The Rain of Wisdom: The Essence of the Ocean of True Meaning by Nalanda Translation Committee (PDF)

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The art of composing spontaneous songs that express spiritual understanding has existed in Tibet for centuries. Over a hundred of these profound songs are found in this collection of the works of the great teachers of the Kagyü lineage, known as the Practice Lineage of Tibetan Buddhism.Many readers are already familiar with the colorful life of the yogin Milarepa, an early figure in the Kagyü lineage, some of whose songs are included here. Songs by over thirty other Buddhist teachers are also presented, from those of Tilopa, the father of the lineage, to those of the Sixteenth Gyalwa Karmapa, as well as several songs by Chögyam Trungpa, the noted teacher of Buddhism in America who directed the translation of The Rain of Wisdom.The diversity of the songs mirrors the richness of Tibetan Buddhism and gives us clear portraits of some of its most eminent teachers. Their longing for truth, their heartfelt devotion, and their sense of humor are all reflected. These poems share a beauty and intensity that have made them famous in Tibetan literature. With its vivid imagery and deep insight, The Rain of Wisdom communicates a profound and timeless understanding.

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⭐This is book is very important to the group of buddhists (sangha) now known as Shambhala Buddhists. It contains poems (songs) detailing the history of one great lineage of tulkus (high teachers who are considered to have been incarnated over and over again, in order to teach) in Tibet, the Karma Kagyu. For this sangha (of which I have been a member for around 37 years), this is an important, heart texts. On one day every February or March, called Milarepa Day, we gather and drink lots of chai (tea) and chant together all of the beautiful songs in this book, from beginning to end. It’s a wonderful and moving thing to do, and is public, in case anyone is interested. Just check for a Shambhala Center where you are, or go online. There is never any charge, and free meditation instruction is always available. Whew! I’ve never written anything about this in a review, certainly, and I am NOT trying to lure anyone in. I don’t do that, don’t believe in it, and we are not a cult. (Not organized enough.) This is just one particular flavor of buddhism. And you can of course read and enjoy this book if you are not affiliated with any group, or are not even sure if you are a buddhist. It’s beautiful, a record, or a kind of history, in verse, of a special people and place, now lost. The tradition, and the wisdom that is the source of these poems, is not gone, but very much alive and well today.

⭐This does not say much about the actual life of the person. It has translations of their most important works.

⭐Treasure Trove of Kagyu Buddhist Masters’ Teachings

⭐Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche once again is very clear in area that can be complex and advanced Shambhala Buddhist teachings.

⭐Beautiful chants and poetry, a wonderful way to practice. Recommended for anyone practicing in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. The chants are rewarding in very unexpected ways.

⭐A profound book! A describing indescribable states in poetic form written by the great Yogis of the Tibetan Buddhist traditions. A real gem and a classic!

⭐Beautiful Book. I only wish I could afford the Hardback version.

⭐Ein wundervolles seltenes Buch dass viele alte Praxistexte beinhaltet…wenn ich das buch allein aufschlage passiert was der titel versprich “ein Regen des Segens”….Exzellent!

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