The power of mantra: vital practices for transformation

Editor's preface -- Introduction: The power to transform the mind -- 1. Shakyamuni Buddha -- 2. Chenrezig -- 3. Manjushri -- 4. Tara -- 5. Medicine Buddha -- 6. Vajrasattva -- 7. The thirty-five confession Buddha -- 8. The five great mantras -- Conclusion: The benefits of reciting mantras are u...

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Main Author: Thub-bstan-gtso-pa 1945- (Author)
Contributors: McDougall, Gordon 1948- (Editor) ; Iseli, Peter (Illustrator)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
Tibetan
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Published: Somerville Wisdom Publications [2022]
In:Year: 2022
Series/Journal:Wisdom culture series
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Mahayana / Vajrayāna / Mantra
Further subjects:B Mantras
B Buddhism (Tibet Region) Prayers and devotions
B Buddhist mantras
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Summary:Editor's preface -- Introduction: The power to transform the mind -- 1. Shakyamuni Buddha -- 2. Chenrezig -- 3. Manjushri -- 4. Tara -- 5. Medicine Buddha -- 6. Vajrasattva -- 7. The thirty-five confession Buddha -- 8. The five great mantras -- Conclusion: The benefits of reciting mantras are uncountable -- Appendices -- Glossary -- Notes -- Bibliography -- About the author.
"In this book, beloved teacher Lama Zopa Rinpoche guides us through the most popular mantras in Tibetan Buddhism: Shakyamuni Buddha, Chenrezig, Manjushri, Tara, Medicine Buddha, Vajrasattva, and more. A mantra-literally "that which protects the mind"-is a series of Sanskrit syllables that evoke the energy of a particular buddha or bodhisattva. It works as a sacred sound that brings blessings to ourself and others, and as a tool to transform our mind into one that is more compassionate and wise. In clear and succinct teachings, Lama Zopa shows us why we need different mantras and how each mantra works. He also explains their importance and power, giving specific instructions for practicing them. The exquisite, full-color illustrations of the deities that accompany the text make this book a beautiful guide, one suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners"--
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references
ISBN:1614297274