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The Astral Library => Welcome to Book Reviews! => Topic started by: The AlphaOmega on July 07, 2004, 14:44:02

Title: The Tibetan Book Of Living and Dying
Post by: The AlphaOmega on July 07, 2004, 14:44:02
I agree, it's a good book.  I'm a Christian, but I think that any belief that attempts to bring peace and understanding to life and death is one that should be somehow applied to everyone, regardless of religion.  I liked how it gave a basic history of Tibetan culture to help you understand the book more.  It's a good one!
Title: The Tibetan Book Of Living and Dying
Post by: Nick on July 07, 2004, 17:59:26
This book is one I read back in '96 or so. It was a great help, as my father was dying of cancer at the time. There was a particular Chapter, I think it was Chapter 11, that gave advice on helping and comforting others who were in the process of transitioning from the physical. I thought it was the right book at the right time. Very thoughtful and well written. It doesn't matter whether you subscribe to any particular creed or not.
Title: The Tibetan Book Of Living and Dying
Post by: samsara on July 08, 2004, 09:36:01
Yeah, I came across it while in grief and it pointed me in the right direction. I connected with the picture of guru rinpoche and it somehow felt right to persue the path. I feel grateful that Mahayana buddhism exists and says anyone can achieve enlightenment. I knew I could never follow the path of a monk[:D] Regardless of your beliefs it still could open doors.

                                            Samsara
Title: The Tibetan Book Of Living and Dying
Post by: samsara on July 07, 2004, 12:57:38
I have seen this mentioned on the forums and thought it deserved a review. I came across this book a long while ago and found it to be very comforting and easy to read. I cannot consider myself as a devout buddhist although this book did provide me with a basis on which to build on. It is well worth a read. It is by Sogyal Rinpoche.

                                              Samsara