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The Collected Works of Chogyam Trungpa: Volume Two: The Path Is the Goal; Training the Mind; Glimpses of Abhidharma; Glimpses of Shu nyata; Glimpses of Mahayana; Selected Writings

The Collected Works of Chogyam Trungpa: Volume Two is a comprehensive compilation of teachings by the renowned Tibetan Buddhist teacher. It delves into the core principles of Buddhist philosophy, including the Path Is the Goal, which emphasizes the importance of the journey itself. The volume also explores the practice of meditation and its role in spiritual development. Additionally, it includes insights into the Abhidharma, Shunyata, and Mahayana traditions, offering a deep understanding of these Buddhist concepts. The Selected Writings section provides further reflections and teachings from Trungpa Rinpoche. more

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Chogyam Trungpa
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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