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The Life of Gampopa - 2nd Edition by Jampa MacKenzie Stewart (Paperback)
About the Book
A concluding essay on mahamudra introduces Vajrayana buddhism to beginners, while simultaneously supporting advanced practitioners with fresh insights.
Book Synopsis
In 12th century Tibet, a young physician named Gampopa faced devastating personal tragedy that ignited his quest for spiritual fulfillment.
Gampopa biography books
Jampa Mackenzie Stewart's The Life of Gampopachronicles the remarkable journey of this pivotal figure in Tibetan Buddhism, from his early life as a grieving widower to his emergence as a revered teacher who would shape the Kagyupa tradition for centuries to come.
Stewart's meticulous research and engaging descriptions bring to life Gampopa's transformative encounters with the legendary yogi Milarepa and his synthesis of diverse Buddhist teachings. The book explores Gampopa's innovative approach to Mahamudra meditation and his role in establishing monastic communities that would