THE
GREAT IMAGE - YUDRA NYINGPO/ANI JINBA PALMO
RATING:A-
I
would highly recommend reading the multiple introduction pieces as
well as the main text, as they not only explain what lies ahead but
also suggest what we should do with what we read - how to benefit
from reading the biography of a learned Dzogchen master. The advice
given is of value, in my experience, as it is through reading the
biography of Acariya Mun in this fashion that my practice of Buddhism
commenced in this current life. I aim to read another 3 biographies
after this book.
The
main text is an autobiography of Vairotsana recorded by his close
disciples and translated by Ani Jinba Palmo. It offers both a guide
to the path of practice and an historical account of Buddhism as it
became established in Tibet.
I
would recommend this book to those interested in learning about the
onset of Buddhism in Tibet, practitioners of Vajrayana, and those
enjoying Buddhist autobiographies.
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