Following in Your Footsteps: The Lotus-Born Guru in Nepal - Paperback

by Padmasambhava (Author), Rinpoche (Commentaries by), Rinpoche Kyabgön Phakchok (Commentaries by)

Following in Your Footsteps: The Lotus-Born Guru in Nepal presents the incredible feats of Guru Padmasambhava in the Himalayan land of Nepal. This tantric embodiment of awakening spent years in retreat in these hills and valleys, gave countless teachings to disciples and hid treasures beyond number.

The Lotus-Born Guru in Nepal explores the sacred sites where Guru Padmasambhava's activities unfolded. Closely following Orgyen Lingpa's Pema Kathang: The Chronicles of Padma-one of the single most important treasure biographies of Guru Padmasambhava--these Himalayan narratives are interwoven with rare accounts and visions from realized Tibetan masters such as Jamyang Khyentséeacute; Wangpo, Chokgyur Dechen Lingpa and Jamyang Khyentsé Chöouml;kyi Lodrö.

The Lotus-Born Guru in Nepal offers a fresh translation of Jamgön Kongtrul's classic biography of Guru Padmasambhava, along with teachings by the contemporary Tibetan masters Neten Chokling Rinpoché and Phakchok Rinpoché. You will also find a collection of essential supplications and prayers--in both English and Tibetan--and beautifully rendered paintings and photographs to guide and inspire your journey into this miraculous world.

The Lotus-Born Guru in Nepal is the first of a three-part series tracing the arc of Guru Padmasambhava's journey across the ages and landscapes of India, Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet. Samye has collected some of the most treasured stories from these places, with the goal to provide a rich source of inspiration for pilgrims through the ages. Those who wish to follow in the footsteps of the Lotus-Born Guru will find these authentic books essential companions on their journey.

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Following in Your Footsteps - The Lotus-Born Guru in Nepal connects the reader with the sacred sites of Padmasambhava -- the forefather of Tibetan Buddhism. It provides guidance through multiple resources, so that today's practitioners can follow in his footsteps and bring blessings onto their path. This book is the first of a three-part series dedicated to the sacred sites of the Lotus-Born in Nepal, India, and Tibet. To begin, Nepal's Kathmandu plays a pivotal role in his life story, fueled by his commanding aspiration. As he journeyed to many places outside the valley, he left an incredible imprint on each one. Wherever he went, he practiced, gave powerful instructions, subjugated negative energies, and left a legacy present to this very day. Travel with us through these pages and discover the history and benefits of practices offered to support our pilgrimage.