The Life of Gampopa: Second Edition

In 12th century Tibet, a young physician named Gampopa faced devastating personal tragedy that ignited his quest for spiritual fulfillment. Jampa Mackenzie Stewart’s The Life of Gampopa chronicles the remarkable journey of this pivotal figure in Tibetan Buddhism, from his early life as a grieving widower to his emergence as a revered teacher who would shape the Kagyupa tradition for centuries to come.

Stewart’s meticulous research and engaging descriptions bring to life Gampopa’s transformat...