Buddhism: branches and groups

I have learned to notice the splendour of life even in the slimiest of creatures.

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'A Garland of Gold' is a history of the early masters of the great Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism, such as Saraha, Naropa, Marpa, Milarepa and their spiritual heirs.

Nowadays very popular, meditation is often presented as the key Buddhist method.

Upon completing the path that led him to fully develop compassion and wisdom, Shakyamuni arrived at enlightenment, the state of Buddhahood that marks the end of suffering.

Far from the esoteric jargon sometimes associated with Tibetan Buddhism, here is a practical approach to living with clarity which enables an individual to develop understanding and insight about the self and others.

The Tenth Karmapa (1604-1674) lived through dramatic changes in Tibet, including the rise to political supremacy of the Fifth Dalai Lama and the Gelug sect following a Mongol invasion.

An engaging and lively exploration by Shamar Rinpoche of the frequently studied Buddhist subject called lojong, or mind training.

A remarkable account of Lama Jampa Thaye's spiritual career.

View & Meditation consists of six teachings by the 14th, 4th, and 2nd Shamar Rinpoches in which they describe the essential view and meditation of the Kagyu Mahamudra tradition of Tibetan Buddhism.