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The Tibetan Book of the Dead for Beginners Many people die suddenly, alone or with great emotional suffering for themselves and their family. Many of us are ill prepared for the time of death. Is it possible to enjoy our lives and, as a result, be better prepared for death as it approaches? Buddhists know that how we live is how we will die. Living with joy and kindness, allows us to approach death with confidence and ease. Death can be a smooth, natural and peaceful process, even a liberating event. We offer this beginner's book, based on the Tibetan Book of the Dead, so that anyone can achieve calmness and confidence as death approaches them or a loved one. The natural result will then be for us to die peacefully.

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This short book-you could call it a spiritual manual-is tightly packed with practical advice, exercises, meditations, and instructions on living and dying. Coming from a Vajrajana Tibetan Buddhist perspective and using teachings from the ancient and justly famous Bardo Thodol (Tibetan Book of the Dead), Lama Lhanang Rinpoche and Mordy Levine zero in on the importance of developing wisdom and compassion, the two interconnected essential qualities for living a fulfilling and useful life-and preparing for its inevitable end and what may face us after. This is a joyful book, offering us moderns in the West an option to not shy away from the natural process of dying while remembering to celebrate every moment of life along the way. May its merits pervade everywhere. -Al Zolynas, Zen teacher in the Ordinary Mind Zen School and White Plum lineages The Tibetan Book of the Dead for Beginners is an absolute treasure. It is a thorough, concise introduction to the classic work. It is also wonderful for experienced practitioners to have on hand as a reminder of why and how to live peacefully in order to not only enjoy life, but to go on in peace when it's time to leave the body. It contains practical guidance on what to expect, and how to care for loved ones and one's self at the time of transition. I know I will have several on hand to gift to friends and loved ones as the inspiration arises. Lama Lhanang Rinpoche is quoted in the text as stating that the present moment is a gift. Well, so is this handbook. - Bridgette Shea, L.Ac., MAcOM, author of Handbook of Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda A very readable book which offers many practical suggestions to those supporting those dying and to those who are dying themselves. Since In the US culture death and the process of dying is rarely talked about, this book is essential to cultivating peace and happiness. As one who practices the Buddha's teachings, acceptance of the inevitability of death can be liberating. I especially appreciated the section on cultivating compassion, which necessarily includes self-compassion. Bob Isaacson, Co-founder and President/CEO of Dharma Voices for Animals This book is a practical beginners' guide, which prepares all of us-no matter what culture or religion, at home or in hospital-for the eventual dying process. Dying is recognized as an important part of the birth-life-death-rebirth cycle and understanding it helps relieve suffering, fear and anxiety upon death. Just as we can learn to prepare ourselves and others for a calm birth process, the reader is invited to learn about all the various aspects and phases of the dying process, according to Tibetan Buddhist practice. To live a more compassionate life and feel connected, peaceful and calm during the dying process will diminish suffering for all sentient beings. Personal intention and practice to develop wisdom and compassion in life are keys to dying as we have lived. In our dying process we can create good karma moving forward with our evolving consciousness. Dr. Lbosang Dhondup, Founder and Director of Tibetan Healing Center The Tibetan Book of the Dead is a profound Buddhist text. It offers us a timeless wisdom that guides on how to live with joy and die with peace. This new book elucidates this ancient text in clear contemporary language that makes it practical and applicable for people today. May it bring about insight into a deeper meaning of life to whoever reads it. Lama Anam Thubten Founder and spiritual advisor of Dharmata Foundation, teaching widely in the U.S. and abroad.

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Venerable Lama Lhanang Rinpoche was born in Golok, Amdo northeast of Tibet. As a child, he entered the Thubten Chokor Ling Monastery located in the Gande region, Golok under the guidance of his root teacher Kyabye Orgyen Kusum Lingpa, where in addition to developing a complete monastic education, he trained in the yogi lineage of Anu Yoga.He was recognized as the rebirth of Ken Rinpoche Damcho, an emanation of Nubchen Namke Nyingpo - one of the 25 disciples of Guru Rinpoche - by the Sang Long Monastery located in eastern Tibet.He has received teachings from a large number of teachers from the different schools and lineages of Tibetan Buddhism, such as HH Dalai Lama, 4th Dodrupchen Rinpoche, Kyabye Katok Getse Rinpoche, among others.Lama Lhanang Rinpoche is a teacher of Vajrayana Buddhism, from the Nyingma school of the Longchen Nyingthig lineage. In addition to the instructions of Buddhism, he studied history, astrology, grammar, Tibetan medicine, painting, sculpture, music, theater. All this has led him to share teachings on the proper use of the body, the word and the mind; with the motto: world peace through inner peace .His life in the West has also been dedicated to sharing the teachings of the Buddha through his painting, in which he reflects his relationship with everyday life, no matter where he is in the world.He currently lives in San Diego, CA and directs Jigme Lingpa Center, in addition to sharing his teachings in centers in the US, Canada, Europe and Mexico. Mordy is the creator of the Meditation Pro Series that teaches meditation for different conditions that affect Western civilization (e.g. stress, insomnia, weight issues, smoking). To date, over 950,000 people have learned to meditate through his series of meditation programs.Mordy is the President of Jigme Lingpa Center, a nonprofit organization led by Lama Lhanang Rinpoche. The center's goal is to generate benefit to all beings through the dissemination of the Buddha's teachings of wisdom and compassion, in order to achieve a sustainable future of peace and harmony for all.Mordy Levine has been practicing yoga and martial arts for 40 years - almost daily. He also meditates daily.Mordy holds the following instructor certifications:2nd degree Black Belt - Shotokan Karate of America (1987).Yoga Instructor certification - United States Yoga Association (2000). Certified Meditation Instructor (RYT200 Yoga Alliance).Tai Chi & Chi Kung Certification - Sifu Gary Tong, Yang Style.Certified Meditation Instructor - Sifu Gary Tong.Yoga Instructor certification - Vinyasa Yoga instructor (RYT200, Yoga alliance).Mordy Levine graduated from Brandeis University with a BA in Economics. He attended University of Chicago Business School and graduated with an MBA in Finance and Accounting.He founded and successfully operated numerous companies. He consistently created and grew companies from seed capital to successful, profitable, and sale-able entities.Mordy, and his wife Elizabeth, live in Rancho Santa Fe with many dogs.

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