Lama Jigme Rinpoche Knihy

"In The Power of Meditation, Lama Zopa Rinpoche, beloved teacher and co-founder of the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition, offers clear explanations and instructions for the life-changing practice of meditation. From preparatory procedures, such as selecting a space and adopting the proper motivation, to the details of posture and how to focus the mind, Rinpoche offers step-by-step instruction that serves as both a starting point for beginners and a new vantage on familiar techniques for more experienced sitters. In his own direct and plain-spoken style, Rinpoche offers concise explanations for different kinds of meditation, such as shamatha, or calm abiding meditation, and vipashyana, or insight meditation, delineating their specific techniques and applications. And finally, Rinpoche presents tips for bringing our newfound clarity off of the cushion and into our daily lives, making each moment meaningful"--

„Každá křižovatka, bez ohledu na to jak nečekaná, mě dovedla na toto místo, kde jsem schopen poskytnout útěchu a podporu každému, kdo hledá klid a mír.“ Láma Ješe neviděl auto až do svých patnácti let. Spolu s ostatními dětmi z ospalé tibetské vesnice se proháněli po polích mezi jaky a mastify. Rytmus jejich života určovaly pastevecké cykly. Všechno změnil příjezd čínských armádních vozidel v roce 1959. Na počátku tragického tibetského povstání odešel jako uprchlík přes Himálaj do Indie. Z tří set uprchlíků jich přežilo jen třináct. Několik dalších let strávil v Americe, kde prožil výstřelky woodstocké generace. Dnes, po sedmdesátce a z pozice předního mnicha ve skotském klášteře Samye Ling – prvním buddhistickém centru v západním světě – rekapituluje Láma Ješe s optimismem a humorem svou významnou životní pouť. Jeho břitký příběh zrcadlí boj každého z nás – od učení o sebelítosti a sebekázni po zážitky a strasti v podobě ztrát a selhání. Kniha Z rebela mnichem, napsaná s erudicí i humorem, osvětluje, jak nám mohou i ty nejbezvýchodnější situace pomoci zprostředkovat životně důležité lekce a dojít trvalého míru a spokojenosti.

An accessible, inspiring book on one of the most important topics in Tibetan Buddhism, written by one of its renowned masters who has an international following of thousands. Now in paperback! Bodhichitta is a Sanskrit word meaning “the mind of enlightenment” or “the awakening mind”—the mind that wishes to achieve enlightenment in order to lead all other beings into that same state. It is the attitude of the bodhisattva, of the person who makes the compassionate vow to save others from suffering. In this book, the renowned teacher Lama Zopa Rinpoche shows us how to achieve it. First, Lama Zopa gives a clear and comprehensive explanation of bodhichitta, its benefits, and its importance to the path. Then, he explains the two main methods for achieving bodhichitta: the seven points of cause and effect, and equalizing and exchanging self and others. Finally, the book closes with meditation instructions to guide and strengthen our practice. Readers will find Bodhichitta to be a comprehensive guide to this core Buddhist principle, one rich in both accessible philosophical explanation and concrete advice for practitioners.

A practical and actionable guide to the six perfections, a backbone of the Buddhist path, by an internationally beloved teacher.The six perfections are the actions of the bodhisattvas—holy beings who have transcended selfless concerns. But they’re also skills we can and should develop right now, in our messy, ordinary lives.In this clear, comprehensive guide to the backbone of Mahayana Buddhist practice, Lama Zopa Rinpoche walks us through each of the six - charity- morality- patience- perseverance- concentration- wisdomAs he carefully describes each perfection, he not only reveals the depth of its meaning and how it intertwines with each other perfection, but he also explains how to practice it fully in our everyday lives—offering concrete ways for us to be more generous, more patient, more wise. With the guidance he gives us, we can progress in our practice of the perfections until we, like the bodhisattvas, learn to cherish others above ourselves.

For years, Lama Zopa Rinpoche has envisioned a practical guide to assist students in helping loved ones achieve a beneficial death. This compilation, edited by Venerable Robina Courtin, draws from Rinpoche's teachings and offers detailed advice on preparing ourselves and our loved ones to face the end of life with courage, grace, and a fear-free mindset. Rinpoche carefully outlines steps to take in the months, weeks, and days leading up to death, as well as guidance for handling the moment itself, including the necessary mantras, prayers, and meditations that follow a loved one's passing. This pragmatic volume serves as an essential reference for Tibetan Buddhist practitioners, caregivers, hospice workers, and chaplains, featuring 78 practices conveniently organized for easy navigation. It addresses various scenarios, such as sudden death and organ donation, and provides adaptations for the deaths of meditators, non-Buddhists, and beloved pets. Those feeling lost or confused about a loved one's impending death will find solace in its wealth of rituals, transforming the ultimate transition into a time of joy and meaning.

"The sixth chapter of Shantideva's A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life is an inspiring call to arms that shows what patience-one of the actions of the bodhisattvas-can really mean, challenging the reader to great depths of self-reflection and to great heights of action in the world. Lama Zopa Rinpoche-a teacher whose very name means "patience"-explores Shantideva's teachings verse by verse, unpacking its lessons for the modern reader: Overcoming anger Accepting suffering Respecting others and finding happiness in their happiness In this guide, Rinpoche shows how this practice of holy beings is real and relevant for us ordinary people in our ordinary lives"-- Provided by publisher