Spectrum of Ecstasy: The Five Wisdom Emotions According to Vajrayana Buddhism

by Ngakpa Chogyam, Khandro Dechen

Overview

Here two Western-born lamas of the Nyingma tradition of Vajrayana Buddhism explore what it means to be utterly emotionally alive. Written in contemporary, nonacademic language, this book is a radical challenge to the misconception that inner Vajrayana is primarily an esoteric system of ritual and liturgy. The authors teach that emotions can be embraced as a rich and profound opportunity for realization. This fiercely compassionate battle cry rallies all who are audacious enough to appreciate emotions for their supreme potential as vehicles for awakening.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781590300619
Publisher:	Shambhala
Publication date:	07/08/2003
Edition description:	1ST SHAMBH
Pages:	336
Sales rank:	544,508
Product dimensions:	5.88(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.75(d)

About the Author

Ngakpa Chögyam and Khandro Déchen, both Westerners, are teachers in the Nyingma School of Vajrayana Buddhism in the lineage of the Aro gTer. A married couple who teach together, they spend much of their time traveling and teaching in Europe and the United States. They live in Penarth, Wales.

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