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  • The Jewel Tree of Tibet

  • The Enlightenment of Tibetan Buddhism
  • Written by: Robert Thurman
  • Narrated by: Robert Thurman
  • Length: 9 hrs and 22 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (39 ratings)

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Tibetans call their cherished tradition of Buddhism a "wish-fulfilling jewel tree" for its power to generate bliss and enlightenment within all who absorb its teachings. This path to enlightenment, it is taught, requires more than a sitting meditation practice alone. With The Jewel Tree of Tibet, honored scholar and teacher Robert Thurman brings these insights to you as they were meant to be transmitted, through the spoken word.

As a young seeker almost 40 years ago, Thurman first journeyed to Dharamsala, where he became the first Westerner ordained by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Now, Thurman guides you lucidly through the unifying principles of Tibetan Buddhism's many branches. You will discover Tibetan Buddhism's detailed map of the "bliss state of enlightenment", the principles of tantra for opening the doors to "infinite compassion and continuity", and how to overcome the dangers of the spiritual quest to discover states of consciousness that transcend even death.

Finally, here is Robert Thurman on audio, offering a rich and intellectually riveting retreat program, complete with many specific meditations and spiritual practices to fully immerse you in the mysteries of The Jewel Tree of Tibet. More than nine hours of compelling study with one of Tibetan Buddhism's greatest teachers.

LEARN MORE ABOUT:
Eleven steps to create the spirit of enlightenment, here and now
The truths of Padmasambhava, Naropa, Tsong Khapa, and other legendary sages
Guided meditations to experience the blessings of "the wish-fulfilling gem tree"

©2001 Robert Thurman

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Great book!

This is my favorite book right now! I've been listening to it for some weeks every night and I plan to listen to it for many months. It can be very serious. I've learned alot and I love the meditations. When the teacher describes human foibles, he is spot on and makes me laugh many times throughout the book, because I recognize myself in his funny and very accurate descriptions. If you are interested in Buddhism, this is an excellent book. I love the entire book. When I've listened to the end of it, I just start over again.

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Focused on Transcendance for 12 years - Best Book

Best book I've listened to and I'm only half way through. Focused on Ascension for almost half my life this gives a unique and compelling outlook :)

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So inspiring and informative

This book has really helped me on the path that I have decided to follow in making Buddhism a way of life.

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Fantastic introduction to Buddhism

Love this book. Thurman is engaging and entertaining. The info is easy to digest. It's a neatly tied up package of so many things I have studied over the years. Highly recommend! #Audible1

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OM MANI PADME HUM

Wonderful. Thank you Robert for sharing this shining gift. Going back for another listen. So much powerful information and deep insight.

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Life changing!

I have listened and meditated to these talks countless times. I am grateful for these teachings.

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My handbook for living

This book is my handbook for living daily and understanding the depths of my Buddhist beliefs.

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Cannot recommend this book enough

Absolutely loved it. I can tell already I'll be listening again and again. The last chapter on the Book of the Dead was something I'll be referencing throughout my life.

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