The first-ever biography with selected writings of one of the greatest Indian Buddhist masters in history . Few figures in the history of Buddhism in Tibet have had as far-reaching and profound an influence as the Indian scholar and adept Ati a D pa kara (982-1054). Originally from Bengal, Ati a was a tantric Buddhist master during Vajrayana Buddhism's flowering in India and traveled extensively, eventually spending the remaining twelve years of his life revitalizing Buddhism in Tibet. Revered by all the schools of ...
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The first-ever biography with selected writings of one of the greatest Indian Buddhist masters in history . Few figures in the history of Buddhism in Tibet have had as far-reaching and profound an influence as the Indian scholar and adept Ati a D pa kara (982-1054). Originally from Bengal, Ati a was a tantric Buddhist master during Vajrayana Buddhism's flowering in India and traveled extensively, eventually spending the remaining twelve years of his life revitalizing Buddhism in Tibet. Revered by all the schools of Tibetan Buddhism, Ati a and his students founded what came to be known as the Kadam school, whose teachings have influenced countless Buddhist masters. These teachings, cherished by all major traditions, are preserved by the Geluk in particular, the school of the Dalai Lamas. Although Ati a was an influential practitioner and scholar of Tantra, he is best known for introducing many of the core Mahayana teachings that are widely practiced throughout the Tibetan Buddhist world, including the Stages of the Path to Awakening and Mind Training ( lojong ), as well as having contributed to highly influential commentaries on Madhyamaka that synthesize various schools of thought. This succinct biography of Ati a's life, together with a collection of translations, represents for the first time the full range of Ati a's contribution to Buddhism. As the most comprehensive work available on this essential Buddhist figure, this book is an indispensable resource for scholars and Buddhist practitioners alike.
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First edition first impression 2019. Part of: Lives of the Masters (9 books). Paperback, spine uncreased. Near fine. Ask to see our other Buddhist Studies titles. The first-ever biography with selected writings of one of the greatest Indian Buddhist masters in history. Monk, scholar, traveler, and devout follower of the female buddha Tara, Ati a D pa kara (982-1054) was one of the most influential Buddhist teachers in India and Tibet. Originally from Bengal, he traveled extensively throughout India and Sumatra, and eventually spent the remaining twelve years of his life revitalizing Buddhism in Tibet. Ati a's teachings laid the foundation for the major philosophic and monastic traditions in the Himalayan region, and he is considered to be the source for the Kadampa school, from which the Geluk tradition of the Dalai Lamas emerged. He is known particularly for his teachings on the stages of the Buddhist path (lam rim) and his instructions on mind training (lojong), which have inspired countless texts and generations of spiritual masters, from Tsongkhapa to Chögyam Trungpa and His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama.
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Fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 320 p. Lives of the Masters. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
