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“The point is that whatever one is trying to learn, it is necessary to have firsthand experience, rather than learning from books or from teachers or by merely conforming to an already established pattern.”

Quote by Chogyam Trungpa

Book:The Collected Works of Chogyam Trungpa: Volume One: Born in Tibet; Meditation in Action; Mudra; Selected Writings

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The Collected Works of Chogyam Trungpa: Volume One: Born in Tibet; Meditation in Action; Mudra; Selected Writings

The Collected Works of Chogyam Trungpa: Volume One brings together a selection of the teachings and writings of Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, a renowned Tibetan Buddhist teacher. The volume opens with 'Born in Tibet', a personal account of Rinpoche's early life and spiritual training in Tibet. 'Meditation in Action' explores the integration of meditation and daily life, emphasizing mindfulness and awareness. 'Mudra', another of Rinpoche's works, delves into the significance of hand gestures and their role in meditation. The volume concludes with 'Selected Writings', which includes a range of essays and articles that further illuminate Rinpoche's insights into Buddhism and its application in modern life. more

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Chogyam Trungpa

Tibetan Buddhist teacher and a renowned spiritual mentor and meditation master. Born in Tibet, he later moved to India and North America, making significant contributions to the spread of Tibetan Buddhism and meditation culture in the Western world. more

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