
The Treasury of Knowledge: Books Nine and Ten
Journey And Goal
By: Jamgon Kongtrul
Hardcover | 20 September 2012 | Edition Number 1
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Definitive in its scope, the ten-volume Treasury of Knowledge stands alone as an encyclopedic masterpiece encompassing the entire range of Tibetan Buddhist teachings. Written by Jamgon Kongtrul, whose writings have been embraced by the four major schools of Tibetan Buddhism, the set is a vast and inclusive treasure trove of material. This volume, Journey and Goal, focuses on the spiritual path- the journey and the resultant state of enlightenment where it leads-the goal. Extensively varied perspectives are offered, not only from the different schools of Buddhism, but also from the varying levels of practice and attainments. In fact, this is the most comprehensive treatment of these themes to appear in the English language, and as with all of the books in The Treasury of Knowledge, is the first translation into a Western language.
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"Jamg n Kongtr l Lodr Tay was one of the leading scholars of the nineteenth century. He broke through sectarian constraints and achieved a deep understanding of the the different philosophical approaches in Tibet. I have no doubt that by studying Kongtrul's works readers will be inspired to emulate his great qualities of humility, dedication, patience, and nonsectarianism."--H.H. the Dalai Lama
"Upon seeing the Treasury of Knowledge, the first Khyentse Rinpoche (a contemporary of Lodr Thay ) said that it was so inclusive of all knowledge that it did not seem to be composed by a human being but must have been written through the blessing of the dakinis."--Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche
"In his monumental Treasury of Knowledge, [Jamg n Kongtr l] presents a complete account of the major lines of thought and practice that comprise Tibetan Buddhism. . . . By studying Kongtr l's works, readers will be inspired to emulate his great qualities of humility, dedication, patience, and nonsectarianism."--The Indian International Journal of Buddhist Studies
"The rooftop of the vast edifice of The Treasury of Knowledge is also one of its most important pieces, showing how the entire Buddhist path hangs together. From the level of a beginner via the lofty realms of the bodhisattva levels and the Vajrayana and Dzogchen journeys, the various routes practitioners can travel on their way to buddhahood are mapped out in a clear and comprehensive manner. This volume provides the long-needed road map for enlightenment that puts the various levels of Buddhist practices into perspective within the larger picture."--Karl Brunnh lzl, author of The Center of the Sunlit Sky and Gone Beyond
"One of Tibet's greatest jewels, the polymath and Rime scholar Jamg n Kongtr l, demonstrated his vast erudition in his ten-book Treasury of Knowledge. Tsadra Foundation and Snow Lion are to be congratulated for their commitment to publishing the entirety of this encyclopedic work. This present volume, Journey and Goal, comprises Books Nine and Ten of the Treasury and provides the English reader with a detailed picture of the journey--spiritual transformations leading to resultant states of enlightened expanse. The translator of this volume, Richard Barron, previously translated Kongtr l's autobiography. Here Mr. Barron gives us a precise and detailed account of Mahayana and Vajrayana approaches to transformation. It is destined to become a classic reference for scholars and practitioners alike."--Professor Steven Goodman, California Institute of Integral Studies
"When the opportunity to pore over a systematic and exhaustive study of the grounds and paths on which Buddhist practitioners travel to their various destinations comes along, to seize it unforgivingly may prove transformative in ways that little else can. Richard Barron's translation of this volume makes it possible for an earnest student of the Buddhadharma to look with a steady eye at the extraordinary voyage upon which he or she has embarked."--Jules B. Levinson, translator of Essential Practice
ISBN: 9781559393607
ISBN-10: 1559393602
Series: The Treasury of Knowledge
Published: 20th September 2012
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Number of Pages: 704
Audience: General Adult
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Country of Publication: GB
Edition Number: 1
Dimensions (cm): 22.8 x 15.2 x 5.3
Weight (kg): 1.08
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