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“Anything that is created must sooner or later die. Enlightenment is permanent because we have not produced it; we have merely discovered it.”

Book:The Collected Works of Chogyam Trungpa: Volume Three: Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism; The Myth of Freedom; The Heart of the Bud dha; Selected Writings

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The Collected Works of Chogyam Trungpa: Volume Three: Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism; The Myth of Freedom; The Heart of the Bud dha; Selected Writings

The Collected Works of Chogyam Trungpa: Volume Three is a compilation of significant texts by Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, covering a range of topics in Tibetan Buddhism. The volume includes 'Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism,' which examines the pitfalls of spiritual seeking and the importance of genuine experience. 'The Myth of Freedom' explores the concept of freedom and its misinterpretation in modern society. 'The Heart of the Buddha' offers insights into the core teachings of the Buddha. Additionally, the volume features selected writings that provide further perspectives on Trungpa Rinpoche's teachings and philosophy. 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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