This is a 'how to' manual for Tibetan Bhuddist practitioners who don't have the benefit of having a teacher to go to on a regular basis. Even if you don't practice on a regularly, you will find The Transformation of Suffering to be of great value.

The Transformation of Suffering

Rinpoche, Khenpo Konchog Gyaltshen

Vajra Publications

A collection of prayers and devotions concerning Kyobpa Jigten Sumgon, the founder of the Drigung Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. Jigten Sumgon appeared in Tibet in the 12th century, and extensively taught the vast and profound Buddhadharma. It is said that he promised to always be present for those with devotion. The prayers translated in this text express the depth of genuine devotion in a manner that is characteristic of this genre of Tibetan literature.

Calling to the Lama from Afar

Gyaltshen, Khenchen Konchog

"This is an excellent, carefully researched book written with exactly the right mixture of accuracy and wonder. It should be of use to seekers everywhere." Andrew Harvey, author of A Journey in Ladakh and Hidden Journey "Blessing Power of the Buddhas could be considered a travel guide to the magical in Himalayan Buddhist culture. Full of descriptions and interesting stories, it is obvious that the author is intimate with the land and people of the Himalayan region. Her description of sacred iconography, miracles, relics and holy places provide a wealth of meanings to consider." Sherap Pelbar, Shambhalla Sun, Boulder, Colorado "Nuggets of no fools gold riddle the lucid semi-luminous prose of this book, written... with the healthily sceptical awe of a true disciple." Tsultrim Allione, The Dzogchen Community Newsletter "This is an interesting book combining the thrill of physical travel with an inner spiritual journey..... A sense of wonder and mystery pervades the whole book and there is freshness as well as experience. Her research... seems thorough. It explores the relationship between physical manifestations of the sacred with inner realisations...There are few books covering this subject in such detail and it will appeal to those interested in iconography as well as the esoteric aspect of Tibetan Buddhism." Gill Farer-Halls, Buddhism Now

Blessing Power of the Buddhas Sacred Objects, Sacred Lands [Dec 01, 2008] Levine, Norma

Religion & Spirituality

NORMA LEVINE

Buddhism

Buddhist Guide to the Power Places of the Kathmandu Valley

Keith Dowman

Anthropology of Tibet and the Himalaya

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Tibet is now open to anyone wishing to explore its ancient culture.  This book, based on a nineteenth century guide for Tibetan pilgrims by the renowned Lama Jamyang Kyentse Wangpo, describes the location, site, relics and background to places of major religious and historic significance.

The Power Places of Central Tibet

Dowman, Keith

Bo and Bon: Ancient Shamanic Traditions of Siberia and Tibet in Their Relation to the Teachings of a Central Asian Buddha

Dmitry Ermakov

New Age & Spirituality

Healing and Happiness Mantra

KB Maharjan

The Sherpa are Tibeto-Burman people from the Nepal Himalayas, best known for their skill in mountaineering and as guides and porters. This excellent and informative book gives a thorough guide to Sherpa culture and their way of life. Despite the difficulties of life in their harsh mountainess environment, Sherpas have earned a reputation as reliable, loyal, and honest workers. The culture of the Sherpa people is recognized for its conversation ethics and sense of environmental responsibility. Although the traditional homes are located at forbidding altitudes, they have managed to make these highlands relatively safe and prosperous places to live. These successful adaptations are not purely because of luck or hard work. There are Sherpa values, ethics, and way of thinking that have an influence. This illustrated, easy reference book introduces the reader to the history, culture, spirituality and environment that shape Sherpa culture. Although this book is written from a Sherpa perpspective to increase cultural appreciation among younger Sherpa, other members of the Tibeto-Burman communities across the Nepal Himalaya will find surprising similarities and differences that are equally interesting. It will also be of interest to other readers who are interested in the indigenous culture and traditions of the Himalaya. Includes names in Tibetan language and phonetics alongside English translation of items entered.

Through a Sherpa Window

Lhakpa Norbu Sherpa

Anthropology

Clarifying the Sage's Intent describes the stages of the bodhisattva path from the beginning right up to full and perfect enlightenment, following the teaching tradition of the great early Kadampas on the ten stages of practice. The first stage is spiritual propensity; the second is faith; the third is generating the enlightenment thought; the fourth is accomplishing the perfections of generosity and the remaining perfections; the fifth is maturing sentient beings; the sixth is entering upon the stainless paths; the seventh is thoroughly purifying the realms, the eighth is nonabiding nirvana; the ninth is the highest awakening and the tenth is demonstration. This text based on Mahayanasutralamkara of Maitreya, is the most authoritative and clear explication of spiritual practice within the Mahayana tradition.

Teachings on Sakya Pandita's Clarifying the Sage's Intent

Khenchen Appey Rinpoche

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