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'jigs med gling pa;Dpal sprul o rgyan ʼjigs med chos kyi dbang po;dge rtse ma hA paN+Di ta tshe dbang mchog grub
Dahl, C.;Doctor, A.;The Dharmachakra Translation Committee
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yang dag he ru ka;Viśuddha Heruka;viśuddha heruka
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rnal 'byor bla na med pa;Unexcelled Yoga;unexcelled yoga;''See'' Anuttarayoga Tantra.
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Accomplishment is the third of the four divisions of approach and accomplishment. Though this stage is relevant in a variety of contexts, in terms of development stage practice accomplishment refers to the phase in which one gains mastery over wisdom. [KR 60]
sgrub pa;Accomplishment;accomplishment;Accomplishment is the third of the four divisions of approach and accomplishment. Though this stage is relevant in a variety of contexts, in terms of development stage practice accomplishment refers to the phase in which one gains mastery over wisdom. [KR 60]
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dpe'i 'od gsal;Symbolic Luminosity;symbolic luminosity;''See'' true luminosity.
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rdzus skyes;Miraculous Birth;miraculous birth;''See'' four types of birth.
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rtag pa rgyun gyi 'khor lo;continuous wheel of eternity;continuous wheel of eternity
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See putification, perfection, and maturation.
smin pa;Maturation;maturation;See putification, perfection, and maturation.
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bag chags;habitual patterns;habitual patterns
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A particular form of tantric practice that is often presented alongside the single seal and elaborate seal; Ju Mipham explains, "In group assembly practice, the five perfections form the basis. The main practice is then carried out via the four divisions of approach and accomplishment, which allows one to swiftly attain the states of the four knowledge holders that result from this process (in thirty-six days, for example}." [ON 536]
tshom bu tshogs sgrub;Group Assembly Practice;group assembly practice;A particular form of tantric practice that is often presented alongside the single seal and elaborate seal;Ju Mipham explains, "In group assembly practice, the five perfections form the basis. The main practice is then carried out via the four divisions of approach and accomplishment, which allows one to swiftly attain the states of the four knowledge holders that result from this process (in thirty-six days, for example}." [ON 536]
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These two factors are considered the basis for development stage practice. In his commentary on Jigme Lingpa's ''Treasury of Precious Qualities'', Khenpo Yönga echoes this point: "Emptiness and compassion are like pillars that support the teachings. As such, they are absolutely indispensable, whether one is practicing Sūtra or Mantra. In these dark times, most tantric practitioners don't understand this point. In their version of 'the path of Mantra' emptiness and compassion are superfluous. Consequently, they meditate on the deity with a self-centered attitude. In doing things like mantra recitation, they only benefit themselves. Not only that, their anger drives them to use powerful and malicious mantras towards others. This arrogant behavior is actually a distortion of the Mantra teachings, though, a teaching for demons!" "Knowing this," Yonga continues, "realized masters of the past stressed the importance of these two factors, particularly in the context of explaining the texts of the Mantra tradition. They taught over and over again that these two are of vital importance for those who engage in the main practices of development and completion. As this is the case, we would do well not to forget it ... Hence, all beginners who have begun practicing mantra in our tradition should take this to heart." [NO 4, 2]
stong nyid rnying rje;Emptiness and Compassion;emptiness and compassion;These two factors are considered the basis for development stage practice. In his commentary on Jigme Lingpa's ''Treasury of Precious Qualities'', Khenpo Yönga echoes this point: "Emptiness and compassion are like pillars that support the teachings. As such, they are absolutely indispensable, whether one is practicing Sūtra or Mantra. In these dark times, most tantric practitioners don't understand this point. In their version of 'the path of Mantra' emptiness and compassion are superfluous. Consequently, they meditate on the deity with a self-centered attitude. In doing things like mantra recitation, they only benefit themselves. Not only that, their anger drives them to use powerful and malicious mantras towards others. This arrogant behavior is actually a distortion of the Mantra teachings, though, a teaching for demons!" "Knowing this," Yonga continues, "realized masters of the past stressed the importance of these two factors, particularly in the context of explaining the texts of the Mantra tradition. They taught over and over again that these two are of vital importance for those who engage in the main practices of development and completion. As this is the case, we would do well not to forget it ... Hence, all beginners who have begun practicing mantra in our tradition should take this to heart." [NO 4, 2]
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One of the four knowledge holders, four levels of spiritual attainment that present the progression through the paths and levels of Secret Mantra according to the Nyingma School. This level of attainment occurs on the path of seeing, where one first gains stability in the development stage. Though the mind itself matures into its divine form at this point, the residual elements are not able to be purified. [TD 1574] ''See also'' knowledge holder and four knowledge holders.
rnam smin rig 'dzin;Matured Knowledge Holder;matured knowledge holder;One of the four knowledge holders, four levels of spiritual attainment that present the progression through the paths and levels of Secret Mantra according to the Nyingma School. This level of attainment occurs on the path of seeing, where one first gains stability in the development stage. Though the mind itself matures into its divine form at this point, the residual elements are not able to be purified. [TD 1574] ''See also'' knowledge holder and four knowledge holders.
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rnal 'byor pa;spiritual practitioner;spiritual practitioner
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rig pa 'dzin pa;knowledge holder;knowledge holder
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The four joys are a common principle in the teachings on the conceptual completion stage. Though they are listed differently depending on the context, they are often presented as: 1) joy, 2) supreme joy, 3) freedom from joy (or special joy), and 4) coemergent joy. ''The Great Tibetan-Chinese Dictionary'' explains: "Four joys are produced when bodhicitta descends to each of the four cakras. [These four comprise] a realization associated with the yogic heat practice, which involves taking control of the subtle energies. When bodhicitta descends from the crown center, joy is produced; when it descends to the throat center, supreme joy; when it descends to the heart center, freedom from joy; and when it reaches the navel center, coemergent joy." [TD 2562]
dga' ba bzhi;Four Joys;four joys;The four joys are a common principle in the teachings on the conceptual completion stage. Though they are listed differently depending on the context, they are often presented as: 1) joy, 2) supreme joy, 3) freedom from joy (or special joy), and 4) coemergent joy. ''The Great Tibetan-Chinese Dictionary'' explains: "Four joys are produced when bodhicitta descends to each of the four cakras. [These four comprise] a realization associated with the yogic heat practice, which involves taking control of the subtle energies. When bodhicitta descends from the crown center, joy is produced;when it descends to the throat center, supreme joy;when it descends to the heart center, freedom from joy;and when it reaches the navel center, coemergent joy." [TD 2562]
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Mahāyoga is one of nine vehicles found in the Nyingma tradition. In this system, one begins by maturing one's state of being with the eighteen supreme empowerments: the ten outer, beneficial empowerments, the five inner empowerments of potentiality, and the three profound, secret empowerments. In the next step, one comes to a definitive understanding of the view, which relates to the indivisibility of the superior two truths. In terms of meditation, the development stage is emphasized - the three meditative absorptions form the structure for this stage of practice, while its essence consists of a threefold process: purification, perfection, and maturation. This is then sealed with the four stakes that bind the life-force. In the completion stage practice of this system, one meditates on the channels, energies, essences, and luminosity. Then, as the conduct, one relies upon the proximate cause, which can be either elaborate in form, simple, or extremely simple, and then attains the fruition of this process - the completion of the five paths (which are subsumed under the four knowledge holders). This state of fruition is known as the unified state of the vajra holder. [TD 2052]
rnal 'byor chen po;Mahāyoga;Mahāyoga is one of nine vehicles found in the Nyingma tradition. In this system, one begins by maturing one's state of being with the eighteen supreme empowerments: the ten outer, beneficial empowerments, the five inner empowerments of potentiality, and the three profound, secret empowerments. In the next step, one comes to a definitive understanding of the view, which relates to the indivisibility of the superior two truths. In terms of meditation, the development stage is emphasized - the three meditative absorptions form the structure for this stage of practice, while its essence consists of a threefold process: purification, perfection, and maturation. This is then sealed with the four stakes that bind the life-force. In the completion stage practice of this system, one meditates on the channels, energies, essences, and luminosity. Then, as the conduct, one relies upon the proximate cause, which can be either elaborate in form, simple, or extremely simple, and then attains the fruition of this process - the completion of the five paths (which are subsumed under the four knowledge holders). This state of fruition is known as the unified state of the vajra holder. [TD 2052]
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One of the four stakes that bind the life-force; Tenpe Nyima explains, "For the stake of the essence mantra, focus your mind on the heart center of the wisdom being, where the absorption being - the heart essence [syllable or implement] - is encircled by a garland of mantras. Then recite the mantra." [KR 57]
snying po sngags kyi gzer;Stake of Essence Mantra;stake of essence mantra;One of the four stakes that bind the life-force;Tenpe Nyima explains, "For the stake of the essence mantra, focus your mind on the heart center of the wisdom being, where the absorption being - the heart essence [syllable or implement] - is encircled by a garland of mantras. Then recite the mantra." [KR 57]
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sku gsung thugs;enlightened body,speech,and mind;enlightened body,speech,and mind
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According to Ju Mipham, the path of Anuttarayoga Tantras can be divided either in terms of its essence or in terms of practice. The former consists of the development and completion stages, while the latter comprises the path of skillful means and the path of liberation. [ON 415]
thabs grol;Skillful Means and Liberation;skillful means and liberation;According to Ju Mipham, the path of Anuttarayoga Tantras can be divided either in terms of its essence or in terms of practice. The former consists of the development and completion stages, while the latter comprises the path of skillful means and the path of liberation. [ON 415]
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The three garments (''bgo ba'i gos gsum''): elephant, human, and tiger skin; two fastened ornaments (''gdags pa'i rgyan gnyis''): human skulls and snakes; and three smeared things (''byug pa'i rdzas gsum''): ashes, blood, and grease. These also form part of the ten glorious ornaments. [TN 84]
dur khrod chas brgyad;Eight Charnel Ground Ornaments;eight charnel ground ornaments;The three garments (''bgo ba'i gos gsum''): elephant, human, and tiger skin;two fastened ornaments (''gdags pa'i rgyan gnyis''): human skulls and snakes;and three smeared things (''byug pa'i rdzas gsum''): ashes, blood, and grease. These also form part of the ten glorious ornaments. [TN 84]
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''See'' four divisions of approach and accomplishment.
bsnyen sgrub;Approach and Accomplishment;approach and accomplishment;''See'' four divisions of approach and accomplishment.
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The development stage and completion stage comprise the inner tantric path to liberation. Explaining the function of these two approaches, Lochen Dharmaśrī writes, "The development stage purifies [the idea that] the environment and its inhabitants are real entities with their own characteristics, while the completion stage purifies the subtle clinging that can occur while meditating that these are all illusory, as is the case in development stage practice." [SD 325] As Khenpo Ngaga points out, all the various categories of Tantra relate to this twofold approach. He explains, "In the Vajrayāna, there are three inner divisions - the three inner tantras. The Father Tantra emphasizes the skillful methods of the development stage and the completion stage of the subtle energies. In the Mother Tantra, the completion stage associated with the subtle essences is emphasized, in which case one relies either upon the body of another or one's own body. The Nondual Tantra stresses the view of the path of liberation alone. In actuality, however, all of these are included within the two stages of development and completion." [ST 6]
bskyed rdzogs;Development And Completion;development and completion;The development stage and completion stage comprise the inner tantric path to liberation. Explaining the function of these two approaches, Lochen Dharmaśrī writes, "The development stage purifies [the idea that] the environment and its inhabitants are real entities with their own characteristics, while the completion stage purifies the subtle clinging that can occur while meditating that these are all illusory, as is the case in development stage practice." [SD 325] As Khenpo Ngaga points out, all the various categories of Tantra relate to this twofold approach. He explains, "In the Vajrayāna, there are three inner divisions - the three inner tantras. The Father Tantra emphasizes the skillful methods of the development stage and the completion stage of the subtle energies. In the Mother Tantra, the completion stage associated with the subtle essences is emphasized, in which case one relies either upon the body of another or one's own body. The Nondual Tantra stresses the view of the path of liberation alone. In actuality, however, all of these are included within the two stages of development and completion." [ST 6]
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Quoting the ''Sūtra of the Levels of Buddhahood'', Jigme Lingpa explains, "The wisdom of the basic space of phenomena can be exemplified by all the forms space can take. Although space is present in these forms, by its very nature there is nothing that can be said about it; it is not manifold, but of a single taste. In the same way, though the wisdom of the basic space of phenomena is present in everything that can be known, it is ineffable. And since it isn't manifold, it is of one taste." [YT 431]
chos dbyings ye shes;Wisdom of the Basic Space of Phenomena;wisdom of the basic space of phenomena;Quoting the ''Sūtra of the Levels of Buddhahood'', Jigme Lingpa explains, "The wisdom of the basic space of phenomena can be exemplified by all the forms space can take. Although space is present in these forms, by its very nature there is nothing that can be said about it;it is not manifold, but of a single taste. In the same way, though the wisdom of the basic space of phenomena is present in everything that can be known, it is ineffable. And since it isn't manifold, it is of one taste." [YT 431]
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The bardo, or intermeditate state, typically refers to the state that occurs between death and a future rebirth. It can also, however, refer to the transitional periods that constitute the entire stream of existence, inclusive of birth, dreaming, meditation, death, reality itself, and transmigration. Concerning the specific completion stage practice, Dza Patrul writes (referring to the three intermediate states of death, reality itself, and transmigration), "In the first intermediate state, one brings luminosity onto the path as dharmakāya. In the second, union is brought onto the path as sambhogakāya. And in the third, rebirth is taken onto the path as nirmāṇakāya." [DR 445]
bar srid,bar do;Intermediate State;intermediate state;The bardo, or intermeditate state, typically refers to the state that occurs between death and a future rebirth. It can also, however, refer to the transitional periods that constitute the entire stream of existence, inclusive of birth, dreaming, meditation, death, reality itself, and transmigration. Concerning the specific completion stage practice, Dza Patrul writes (referring to the three intermediate states of death, reality itself, and transmigration), "In the first intermediate state, one brings luminosity onto the path as dharmakāya. In the second, union is brought onto the path as sambhogakāya. And in the third, rebirth is taken onto the path as nirmāṇakāya." [DR 445]
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Elephant meat, human flesh, horse meat, dog meat, and beef. In certain traditions, the latter is replaced by peacock or lion meat. [NS 146]
sha lnga;Five Meats;five meats;Elephant meat, human flesh, horse meat, dog meat, and beef. In certain traditions, the latter is replaced by peacock or lion meat. [NS 146]
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rdzus skyes;miraculous birth;miraculous birth
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The twelve acts that are manifested by all supreme nirmāṇakāyas once they enter the world. These are: 1) descending from Tuṣita Heaven, 2) entering the mother's womb, 3) taking birth, 4) enjoying the activities of youth, 5) enjoying a retinue of queens, 6) taking ordination, 7) practicing austerities, 8) going to the essence of awakening, 9) subduing Māra, 10) attaining complete and total enlightenment, 11) turning the Wheel of the Dharma, and 12) parinirvāṇa. [TD 2334] As discussed in the commentaries translated in this book, these deeds are symbolically visualized in development stage practice.
mdzad pa bcu gnyis;Twelve Deeds Of The Buddha;twelve deeds of the buddha;The twelve acts that are manifested by all supreme nirmāṇakāyas once they enter the world. These are: 1) descending from Tuṣita Heaven, 2) entering the mother's womb, 3) taking birth, 4) enjoying the activities of youth, 5) enjoying a retinue of queens, 6) taking ordination, 7) practicing austerities, 8) going to the essence of awakening, 9) subduing Māra, 10) attaining complete and total enlightenment, 11) turning the Wheel of the Dharma, and 12) parinirvāṇa. [TD 2334] As discussed in the commentaries translated in this book, these deeds are symbolically visualized in development stage practice.
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tshogs sgrub;group practice;group practice
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gsang sngags rdo rje theg pa;Secret Mantra Vajra Vehicle;secret mantra vajra vehicle
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The excellent marks and signs are physical qualities that signify the enlightened state. [TD 2306]
mtshan dpe;Marks and Signs;marks and signs;The excellent marks and signs are physical qualities that signify the enlightened state. [TD 2306]
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Atiyoga is the highest of the Nyingma tradition's nine vehicles. In the textual tradition of this tantric system, Atiyoga is equated with the Great Perfection, the naturally-occurring wisdom that is free from conceptual complexities and not subject to any sense of partiality or limitation. As such, it is considered the very pinnacle of all the various vehicles since it contains all of their significance. Within this Great Perfection, all the various phenomena of saṃsara and nirvāṇa, all that appears and exists, arise as the play of naturally-occurring wisdom, apart from which nothing exists. The fundamental basis of existence, in this tradition, is this naturally-occurring wisdom. In terms of the path, there are two forms of practice: the break-through stage of innate purity and the direct leap stage of spontaneous presence. Through these two practices the four visions are brought to a state of culmination and one attains the result of this process, liberation into the very ground. Said differently, one attains the permanent state of the youthful vase body. [TD 3118]
shin tu rnal 'byor;Atiyoga;atiyoga;Atiyoga;Atiyoga is the highest of the Nyingma tradition's nine vehicles. In the textual tradition of this tantric system, Atiyoga is equated with the Great Perfection, the naturally-occurring wisdom that is free from conceptual complexities and not subject to any sense of partiality or limitation. As such, it is considered the very pinnacle of all the various vehicles since it contains all of their significance. Within this Great Perfection, all the various phenomena of saṃsara and nirvāṇa, all that appears and exists, arise as the play of naturally-occurring wisdom, apart from which nothing exists. The fundamental basis of existence, in this tradition, is this naturally-occurring wisdom. In terms of the path, there are two forms of practice: the break-through stage of innate purity and the direct leap stage of spontaneous presence. Through these two practices the four visions are brought to a state of culmination and one attains the result of this process, liberation into the very ground. Said differently, one attains the permanent state of the youthful vase body. [TD 3118]
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chos dbyings ye shes;wisdom of the basic space of phenomena;wisdom of the basic space of phenomena
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The absorption being is one of the three beings taught in development stage practice. In particular, this refers to the seed syllable or symbolic implement that is visualized at the heart center of the wisdom being. [TD 1029]
ting 'dzin sems dpa;Absorption Being;absorption being;The absorption being is one of the three beings taught in development stage practice. In particular, this refers to the seed syllable or symbolic implement that is visualized at the heart center of the wisdom being. [TD 1029]
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ting nge 'dzin gyi gzer;stake of absorption;stake of absorption
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mal 'byor bla na med pa'i rgyud;anklet;anklet
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In terms of development stage practice, the celestial palace is the abode of the deities. It is "immeasurable" in the sense that its dimensions and enlightened qualities cannot be fathomed. [TD 2416] According to Jigme Lingpa, "Meditating on the form of the celestial palace in boundless space allows the impure nature of one's ordinary environment to be blessed as Akaniṣṭha." [JL 221]
gzhal yas khang;Celestial Palace;celestial palace;In terms of development stage practice, the celestial palace is the abode of the deities. It is "immeasurable" in the sense that its dimensions and enlightened qualities cannot be fathomed. [TD 2416] According to Jigme Lingpa, "Meditating on the form of the celestial palace in boundless space allows the impure nature of one's ordinary environment to be blessed as Akaniṣṭha." [JL 221]
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drod gsher skyes;heat-moisture birth;heat-moisture birth
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theg pa dman pa;Lesser Vehicle;lesser vehicle
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The three roots are the three inner objects of refuge: the guru, yidam deity, and Ḍākinī. A guru is a qualified spiritual teacher who has liberated his or her own mind and is skilled in the methods that tame the minds of others. The yidam deities are the vast array of peaceful and wrathful deities and those associated with the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings. The ḍākinīs are those associated with the three abodes. The latter refers to Vajravarāhī in particular, the divine mother who gives birth to all buddhas. [KN 23]
rtsa gsum;Three Roots;three roots;The three roots are the three inner objects of refuge: the guru, yidam deity, and Ḍākinī. A guru is a qualified spiritual teacher who has liberated his or her own mind and is skilled in the methods that tame the minds of others. The yidam deities are the vast array of peaceful and wrathful deities and those associated with the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings. The ḍākinīs are those associated with the three abodes. The latter refers to Vajravarāhī in particular, the divine mother who gives birth to all buddhas. [KN 23]
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spyod rgyud;Performance Tantra;performance tantra;''See'' Caryā Tantra.
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las kyi phyag rgya;karma mudrā;karma mudrā
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1) Dharmakāya (form of reality), sambhogakāya (form of perfect enjoyment), nirmāṇakāya (emanated form), svābhāvikakāya (essence form), and the unchanging vajrakāya - these five kāyas comprise the state of buddhahood. In the Nyingma School, the svābhāvikakāya may be replaced with the abhisambodhikāya (the form of complete enlightenment). Alternately, in the Nyingma tradition, this may also refer to the enlightened body, speech, mind, qualities, and activities that form the basis for the twenty-five fruitional qualities. [TD 120]
sku lnga;Five Kāyas;five kāyas;1) Dharmakāya (form of reality), sambhogakāya (form of perfect enjoyment), nirmāṇakāya (emanated form), svābhāvikakāya (essence form), and the unchanging vajrakāya - these five kāyas comprise the state of buddhahood. In the Nyingma School, the svābhāvikakāya may be replaced with the abhisambodhikāya (the form of complete enlightenment). Alternately, in the Nyingma tradition, this may also refer to the enlightened body, speech, mind, qualities, and activities that form the basis for the twenty-five fruitional qualities. [TD 120]
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sngags phreng;mantra garland;mantra garland
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mthar phyin pa'i nyams;experience of perfection;experience of perfection
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The three meditative concentrations that enable one to attain complete liberation: 1) the gate to complete liberation of emptiness, 2) the gate to complete liberation of the absence of characteristics, and 3) the gate to complete liberation of being without desire. [TD 1569]
rnam par thar pa'i sgo gsum;Three Gates To Complete Liberation;three gates to complete liberation;The three meditative concentrations that enable one to attain complete liberation: 1) the gate to complete liberation of emptiness, 2) the gate to complete liberation of the absence of characteristics, and 3) the gate to complete liberation of being without desire. [TD 1569]
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rang sangs rgyas;solitary buddha;solitary buddha
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In the Secret Mantra Vehicle, male and female deities are visualized as the embodiment of key Buddhist principles. Getse Mahāpaṇḍita explains, "Subjective appearances relate to the masculine principle of skillful means. In contrast, the object, emptiness, relates to knowledge, the feminine principle. The indivisible unity of these two is the great primordial union of everything." Discussing further, he writes, "Emptiness is seen based on appearance, while appearances arise unhindered from the expressive potential of emptiness, which itself manifests as causality. Since the truth of this is undeniable, the two truths are in union; they do not conflict with the principle of interdependent origination. You cannot attain the perfect result of nirvāṇa by utilizing just one of these while abandoning the other. Therefore, the way to bring this onto the path is to meditate on the male and female deities in union, symbolizing the indivisible union of skillful means and knowledge." [CG 50]
yab yum;Male and Female Consorts;male and female consorts;In the Secret Mantra Vehicle, male and female deities are visualized as the embodiment of key Buddhist principles. Getse Mahāpaṇḍita explains, "Subjective appearances relate to the masculine principle of skillful means. In contrast, the object, emptiness, relates to knowledge, the feminine principle. The indivisible unity of these two is the great primordial union of everything." Discussing further, he writes, "Emptiness is seen based on appearance, while appearances arise unhindered from the expressive potential of emptiness, which itself manifests as causality. Since the truth of this is undeniable, the two truths are in union;they do not conflict with the principle of interdependent origination. You cannot attain the perfect result of nirvāṇa by utilizing just one of these while abandoning the other. Therefore, the way to bring this onto the path is to meditate on the male and female deities in union, symbolizing the indivisible union of skillful means and knowledge." [CG 50]
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These four factors subsume the various elements involved in Buddhist practice. Jamgön Kongtrül explains one view on these four principles: "Though there are a great many divisions when it comes to the view, meditation, and conduct, they can all be applied to the individual mind. The view is absolute conviction in its actual nature, while meditation entails applying this view to one's own state of being. Conduct involves linking whatever arises with this view and meditation. Finally, fruition is the actualization of the way things are." [NO 6]
lta spyod sgom 'bras;View,Meditation,Conduct,and Fruition;view,meditation,conduct,and fruition;These four factors subsume the various elements involved in Buddhist practice. Jamgön Kongtrül explains one view on these four principles: "Though there are a great many divisions when it comes to the view, meditation, and conduct, they can all be applied to the individual mind. The view is absolute conviction in its actual nature, while meditation entails applying this view to one's own state of being. Conduct involves linking whatever arises with this view and meditation. Finally, fruition is the actualization of the way things are." [NO 6]
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There are four factors that subsume all aspects of development stage practice. Jamgön Kongtrül explains, "To engage in development stage practice, one needs to have at least some understanding of four factors: the basis, object, and process and result of purification ... The object of purification is constituted by the various factors that obscure our buddha nature. In other words, this refers to the impurities associated with the ignorance that have been incidentally confusing us from time immemorial. Just like the sun's innate capacity to give off light and the clouds that obscure it, incidental impurities temporarily obscure the innate enlightened qualities we all possess. These impurities, the afflictive, cognitive, and meditative obscurations, are the object of purification." [ND 13-14]
sbyang bya;Object of Purification;object of purification;There are four factors that subsume all aspects of development stage practice. Jamgön Kongtrül explains, "To engage in development stage practice, one needs to have at least some understanding of four factors: the basis, object, and process and result of purification ... The object of purification is constituted by the various factors that obscure our buddha nature. In other words, this refers to the impurities associated with the ignorance that have been incidentally confusing us from time immemorial. Just like the sun's innate capacity to give off light and the clouds that obscure it, incidental impurities temporarily obscure the innate enlightened qualities we all possess. These impurities, the afflictive, cognitive, and meditative obscurations, are the object of purification." [ND 13-14]
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mi 'gyur rdo rje sku;Unchanging Vajrakāya;unchanging vajrakāya;''See'' vajrakāya.
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mtshan dpe;marks and signs;marks and signs
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phyi phan pa'i dbang;beneficial outer empowerments;beneficial outer empowerments
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thob pa'i nyams;experience of attainment;experience of attainment
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thun mong dngos grub;mundane spiritual accomplishment;mundane spiritual accomplishment
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''Stages of the Path'' can refer to either one of two important early commentaries on the ''Tantra of the Secret Essence''. Both were composed by the Indian master Buddhaguhya, a pivotal figure in the transmission of the Mahāyoga teachings to Tibet. These works, which are included in the Transmitted Teachings of the Nyingma School, are widely quoted in works pertaining to development stage meditation and the ''Tantra of the Secret Essence''. A short biography of Buddhaguhya can be found in NS, pp. 466-467.
lam rim;Stages of the Path;stages of the path;''Stages of the Path'' can refer to either one of two important early commentaries on the ''Tantra of the Secret Essence''. Both were composed by the Indian master Buddhaguhya, a pivotal figure in the transmission of the Mahāyoga teachings to Tibet. These works, which are included in the Transmitted Teachings of the Nyingma School, are widely quoted in works pertaining to development stage meditation and the ''Tantra of the Secret Essence''. A short biography of Buddhaguhya can be found in NS, pp. 466-467.
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phyag mtshan;symbolic implement;symbolic implement
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Energy is one element of the triad energies, channels, and essences. This factor has the nature of the five elements and completely pervades the energetic channels. [TD 2734] There are ten forms of energy: the five root energies (the life-force energy, the downwards-expelling energy, the fire-accompanying energy, the upwards-moving energy, and the pervading energy) and five subsidiary energies (the nāga-energy, the tortoise-energy, the chameleon-energy, the devadatta-energy, and the fire-energy). [JG 50]
rlung;Energy;energy;prāṇa;Energy is one element of the triad energies, channels, and essences. This factor has the nature of the five elements and completely pervades the energetic channels. [TD 2734] There are ten forms of energy: the five root energies (the life-force energy, the downwards-expelling energy, the fire-accompanying energy, the upwards-moving energy, and the pervading energy) and five subsidiary energies (the nāga-energy, the tortoise-energy, the chameleon-energy, the devadatta-energy, and the fire-energy). [JG 50]
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absorption of the spiritual warrior's gait
dpa' bar 'gro ba'i ting nge 'dzin;absorption of the spiritual warrior's gait;absorption of the spiritual warrior's gait
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phyag rgya chen po;Great Seal / great seal;great seal / great seal
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Jamgön Kongtrül writes, "Wisdom energy is the mind's own nature - blissful, dear, and nonconceptual. When this becomes aware of itself, all fluctuations of the karmic winds are pacified." [TK 3, 45] This term is often contrasted with karmic energy.
ye shes kyi rlung;Wisdom Energy;wisdom energy;Jamgön Kongtrül writes, "Wisdom energy is the mind's own nature - blissful, dear, and nonconceptual. When this becomes aware of itself, all fluctuations of the karmic winds are pacified." [TK 3, 45] This term is often contrasted with karmic energy.
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To specific disciples it is taught that the profound nature of all phenomena is emptiness, free from arising, cessation, and every other form of conceptual projection, and that the actual condition and nature of things is one of luminosity, beyond anything that can be thought or put into words. The definitive meaning is this nature, as well as the scriptures that teach it and their related commentaries. [TD 655]
nges don;Definitive Meaning;definitive meaning;To specific disciples it is taught that the profound nature of all phenomena is emptiness, free from arising, cessation, and every other form of conceptual projection, and that the actual condition and nature of things is one of luminosity, beyond anything that can be thought or put into words. The definitive meaning is this nature, as well as the scriptures that teach it and their related commentaries. [TD 655]
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bskyed pa,gsal ba,gsal gdab pa;visualize;visualize
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1) Great Vajradhara; 2) Vajrapāṇi; 3) a master of the Secret Mantra; 4) Indra. [TD 1440]
rdo rje 'dzin pa;Vajra Holder;vajra holder;1) Great Vajradhara;2) Vajrapāṇi;3) a master of the Secret Mantra;4) Indra. [TD 1440]
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There are four factors that subsume all aspects of development stage practice. Jamgon Kongtrul explains, "To engage in development stage practice, one needs to have at least some understanding of four factors: the basis, object, process, and result of purification. The basis of purification is the permanent, stable, and unconditioned basic space of phenomena - the buddha nature that thoroughly pervades all beings. This includes all the marks, signs, and other qualities of the dharmakāya, which are integral aspects of wisdom." [ND 13-14]
sbyang gzhi;Basis of Purification;basis of purification;There are four factors that subsume all aspects of development stage practice. Jamgon Kongtrul explains, "To engage in development stage practice, one needs to have at least some understanding of four factors: the basis, object, process, and result of purification. The basis of purification is the permanent, stable, and unconditioned basic space of phenomena - the buddha nature that thoroughly pervades all beings. This includes all the marks, signs, and other qualities of the dharmakāya, which are integral aspects of wisdom." [ND 13-14]
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mngon par mi 'gyur;completely steadfast;completely steadfast
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shes rab ral khri;sword of knowledge;sword of knowledge
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sgrub pa bka' brgyad;Eight Great Sādhana Teachings;eight great sādhana teachings
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The sword is a symbolic implement that symbolizes cutting through mortality. [KR 51]
shes rab ral gri;Sword of Wisdom;sword of wisdom;The sword is a symbolic implement that symbolizes cutting through mortality. [KR 51]
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zhi ba'i lha;Peaceful Deity;peaceful deity;''See'' yidam deity.
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mtshan ma;subtle concepts;subtle concepts
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This term is used in the tantric tradition of the Nyingma School, where it refers to dharmakāya (the fact that the nature of the mind lacks an essence), sambhogakāya (its clear nature), and nirmāṇakāya (its pervasive compassion). Thus, in the Great Perfection, all the qualities of the three kāyas are spontaneously ''perfect'', and since this is the way all phenomena really are, it is ''great''. [TD 2360]
rdzogs pa chen po;Great Perfection;great perfection;This term is used in the tantric tradition of the Nyingma School, where it refers to dharmakāya (the fact that the nature of the mind lacks an essence), sambhogakāya (its clear nature), and nirmāṇakāya (its pervasive compassion). Thus, in the Great Perfection, all the qualities of the three kāyas are spontaneously ''perfect'', and since this is the way all phenomena really are, it is ''great''. [TD 2360]
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A yidam deity associated with the principle of enlightened activity from the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings.
rdo rje phur pa;Vajrakīlaya;A yidam deity associated with the principle of enlightened activity from the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings.
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Secret Mantra is the wisdom of great bliss, which protects the mind from subtle concepts through the union of empty knowledge and compassionate skillful means. It is referred to as such because it is practiced in secret and not divulged to those who are not suitable recipients of these teachings. [TD 3002] ''See also'' Secret Mantra Vehicle.
gsang sngags;Secret Mantra;secret mantra;guhyamantra;Secret Mantra is the wisdom of great bliss, which protects the mind from subtle concepts through the union of empty knowledge and compassionate skillful means. It is referred to as such because it is practiced in secret and not divulged to those who are not suitable recipients of these teachings. [TD 3002] ''See also'' Secret Mantra Vehicle.
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spong ba bzhi;four authentic eliminations;four authentic eliminations
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An activity that enables one to accomplish a given outcome easily. [TD 1148] ''See also'' path of skillful means and Vehicle of Skillful Means.
thabs;Skillful Means;skillful means;An activity that enables one to accomplish a given outcome easily. [TD 1148] ''See also'' path of skillful means and Vehicle of Skillful Means.
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The central yidam deity, associated with the principle of enlightened qualities, from the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings.
che mchog;Mahottara;The central yidam deity, associated with the principle of enlightened qualities, from the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings.
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level of the great accumulation of the wheel of syllables
level of the great accumulation of the wheel of syllables;level of the great accumulation of the wheel of syllables
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gsal ba'i tshad bzhi;four measures of clarity;four measures of clarity
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sbyang 'bras;result of purification;result of purification
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''See'' appearance, increase, and attainment.
mched;Increase;increase;''See'' appearance, increase, and attainment.
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mi 'jigs pa bzhi;four types of fearlessness;four types of fearlessness
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An Indian master known for his mastery of the Buddhist tantric teachings. In particular, he developed one of the two main exegetical approaches related to the ''Guhyasamāja Tantra''. Jigme Lingpa writes, "The great master Buddhajñānapāda, who was accepted by noble Mañjuśrī himself, advocated the principles of clarity, profundity, and their union. Clarity is embodied in the mahāmudrā - the illusory form of the deity. Profundity lies in the enlightened mind that rests in reality, which is difficult to fathom. The indivisible union of these two is the completion stage of nondual wisdom, the nonduality of profundity and clarity." Jigme Lingpa concludes with a quote from one of Jñānapāda's texts, the ''Sphere of Liberation'', about which he writes, "The terminology employed in this text is remarkably similar to that of the Great Perfection." [YT 429]
ye shes zhabs;Jñānapāda;An Indian master known for his mastery of the Buddhist tantric teachings. In particular, he developed one of the two main exegetical approaches related to the ''Guhyasamāja Tantra''. Jigme Lingpa writes, "The great master Buddhajñānapāda, who was accepted by noble Mañjuśrī himself, advocated the principles of clarity, profundity, and their union. Clarity is embodied in the mahāmudrā - the illusory form of the deity. Profundity lies in the enlightened mind that rests in reality, which is difficult to fathom. The indivisible union of these two is the completion stage of nondual wisdom, the nonduality of profundity and clarity." Jigme Lingpa concludes with a quote from one of Jñānapāda's texts, the ''Sphere of Liberation'', about which he writes, "The terminology employed in this text is remarkably similar to that of the Great Perfection." [YT 429]
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khor lo'i rig 'dzin;wheel knowledge holder;wheel knowledge holder
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The primary mantra of a given yidam deity. [TD 2206]
rtsa sngags;Root Mantra;root mantra;The primary mantra of a given yidam deity. [TD 2206]
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mthong lam;path of seeing;path of seeing
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thob pa;Attainment;attainment;three appearances
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1) That which is virtuous and good in every way, completely perfect; 2) the basic space of phenomena, dharmakāya; 3) a general term for buddhahood; 4) a particular tathāgata; 5) a particular bodhisattva; and 6) the sambhogakāya of the Bön tradition. [TD 18]
kun tu bzang po;Samantabhadra;1) That which is virtuous and good in every way, completely perfect;2) the basic space of phenomena, dharmakāya;3) a general term for buddhahood;4) a particular tathāgata;5) a particular bodhisattva;and 6) the sambhogakāya of the Bön tradition. [TD 18]
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bzod pa;acceptance [stage of];acceptance [stage of]
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dpe'i ye shes;Symbolic Wisdom;symbolic wisdom;''See'' true luminosity.
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The moment of death provides one of the most potent opportunities for liberation, according to the Buddhist teachings, because the dharmakāya dawns nakedly at this point and has only to be recognized for liberation to occur. Tsele Natsok Rangdröl explains, "After all the previously mentioned dissolution phases are finished, the energeticmind will dissolve between the white and red pure essences, the A and HANG, union of means and knowledge. Because of this coincidence, the dharmakāya of primordial luminosity, the noncomplex, unfabricated, coemergent wisdom of great bliss, will definitely manifest." This experience is referred to by various terms, depending on the system, but, he explains, "The general teachings common to all systems know it as the luminosity of the first bardo." [MM 45] ''See also'' death and three appearances.
Luminosity Of The First Intermediate State
bar srid dang po'i 'od gsal;Luminosity Of The First Intermediate State;luminosity of the first intermediate state;The moment of death provides one of the most potent opportunities for liberation, according to the Buddhist teachings, because the dharmakāya dawns nakedly at this point and has only to be recognized for liberation to occur. Tsele Natsok Rangdröl explains, "After all the previously mentioned dissolution phases are finished, the energeticmind will dissolve between the white and red pure essences, the A and HANG, union of means and knowledge. Because of this coincidence, the dharmakāya of primordial luminosity, the noncomplex, unfabricated, coemergent wisdom of great bliss, will definitely manifest." This experience is referred to by various terms, depending on the system, but, he explains, "The general teachings common to all systems know it as the luminosity of the first bardo." [MM 45] ''See also'' death and three appearances.
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[Lit. "Performance Tantra"] - The second of the three outer tantras; the view of this tradition is similar to that of Yoga Tantra, while its conduct is equated with that of Kriyā Tantra. For this reason, it is also known as "dual tantra." [NS 271] This is also the second of the four classes of Tantra found in the New Schools.
spyod rgyud;Caryā Tantra;[Lit. "Performance Tantra"] - The second of the three outer tantras;the view of this tradition is similar to that of Yoga Tantra, while its conduct is equated with that of Kriyā Tantra. For this reason, it is also known as "dual tantra." [NS 271] This is also the second of the four classes of Tantra found in the New Schools.
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Quoting the ''Sūtra of the Levels of Buddhahood'', Jigme Lingpa explains, "Discerning wisdom is like our solar system, which can be divided into distinct elements - the continents, sun, moon, and so on. Just so, discerning wisdom is the knowledge of each and every perfectly complete transcendent quality, the entire range of causes along with their results, and the genuine attainments of the listeners, solitary buddhas, and bodhisattvas." [YT 431]
so sor rtogs pa'i ye shes;Discerning Wisdom;discerning wisdom;Quoting the ''Sūtra of the Levels of Buddhahood'', Jigme Lingpa explains, "Discerning wisdom is like our solar system, which can be divided into distinct elements - the continents, sun, moon, and so on. Just so, discerning wisdom is the knowledge of each and every perfectly complete transcendent quality, the entire range of causes along with their results, and the genuine attainments of the listeners, solitary buddhas, and bodhisattvas." [YT 431]
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mi zad pa rgyan gyi 'khor lo;eternal wheel of adornment;eternal wheel of adornment
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rlung sems;energetic-mind;energetic-mind
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One of the three vajras; according to Jamgön Kongtrül, vajra mind is linked with the dharmakāya and the union of bliss and emptiness. [LW 37]
thugs rdo rje;Vajra Mind;vajra mind;One of the three vajras;according to Jamgön Kongtrül, vajra mind is linked with the dharmakāya and the union of bliss and emptiness. [LW 37]
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One of the three realms that comprise sarpsara. The sentient beings of this realm are attached to material food and sex, primarily because they sustain themselves through the five sense pleasures. This realm is referred to as such due to the fact that this environment is home to desirous sentient beings. [TD 1414]
dod khams;Desire Realm;desire realm;One of the three realms that comprise sarpsara. The sentient beings of this realm are attached to material food and sex, primarily because they sustain themselves through the five sense pleasures. This realm is referred to as such due to the fact that this environment is home to desirous sentient beings. [TD 1414]
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thugs srog;spiritual life-force;spiritual life-force
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bgo ba'i gos gsum;three garments;three garments
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phyag rgya spros bcas;elaborate mudrā;elaborate mudrā
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bar do;intermediate state;intermediate state
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1) One of the forms of buddhahood, which arises from the empowering condition of the sambhogakāya; an embodied form that comes into existence and appears to both pure and impure disciples, working for the benefit of these beings in accordance with their attitudes. 2) A name applied to the reincarnations of great lamas. [TD 1689] Explaining further, Padmasambhava said, "Nirmanakaya is compassion born out of wisdom, magically displayed and manifest in all ways." [DE 190] Also, one of the five kāyas.
sprul pa'i sku;Nirmāṇakāya;1) One of the forms of buddhahood, which arises from the empowering condition of the sambhogakāya;an embodied form that comes into existence and appears to both pure and impure disciples, working for the benefit of these beings in accordance with their attitudes. 2) A name applied to the reincarnations of great lamas. [TD 1689] Explaining further, Padmasambhava said, "Nirmanakaya is compassion born out of wisdom, magically displayed and manifest in all ways." [DE 190] Also, one of the five kāyas.
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There are four phases of tantric practice: approach, close approach, accomplishment, and great accomplishment. Ju Mipham explains, '~pproach and accomplishment subsume all the various practices that utilize the unique methods of the Secret Mantra tradition to achieve whatever spiritual accomplishments one desires, whether supreme or mundane." [ON 534] As seen in the preceding commentaries, these classifications can be applied to the fruitional state (as in the relationship between these four and the four knowledge holders discussed by Jigme Lingpa), to mantra recitation (as discussed by Getse Mahapaṇḍita), and also to development stage practice in general (''see'' individual Glossary entries).
Four Divisions of Approach and Accomplishment
bsnyen sgrub yan lag bzhi;Four Divisions of Approach and Accomplishment;four divisions of approach and accomplishment;There are four phases of tantric practice: approach, close approach, accomplishment, and great accomplishment. Ju Mipham explains, '~pproach and accomplishment subsume all the various practices that utilize the unique methods of the Secret Mantra tradition to achieve whatever spiritual accomplishments one desires, whether supreme or mundane." [ON 534] As seen in the preceding commentaries, these classifications can be applied to the fruitional state (as in the relationship between these four and the four knowledge holders discussed by Jigme Lingpa), to mantra recitation (as discussed by Getse Mahapaṇḍita), and also to development stage practice in general (''see'' individual Glossary entries).
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This is one of the primary practices of the completion stage. In this practice, the vital points of the channels, energies, and essences are penetrated, thereby causing a warm bliss to blaze forth from the "a tung" at one's navel center. This blazing bliss, in turn, incinerates the impure aggregates and elements, and conquers all afflictions and concepts. In this sense, it functions in a destructive manner and causes coemergent wisdom swiftly to take birth. [TD 1046] Though this practice brings a number of temporary benefits and spiritual accomplishments, the true practice of yogic heat, as Dza Patrul explains, "is to attain the supreme spiritual accomplishment, the great seal, by undoing the knots in the central channel." [DR 444]
gtum mo;Yogic Heat;yogic heat;This is one of the primary practices of the completion stage. In this practice, the vital points of the channels, energies, and essences are penetrated, thereby causing a warm bliss to blaze forth from the "a tung" at one's navel center. This blazing bliss, in turn, incinerates the impure aggregates and elements, and conquers all afflictions and concepts. In this sense, it functions in a destructive manner and causes coemergent wisdom swiftly to take birth. [TD 1046] Though this practice brings a number of temporary benefits and spiritual accomplishments, the true practice of yogic heat, as Dza Patrul explains, "is to attain the supreme spiritual accomplishment, the great seal, by undoing the knots in the central channel." [DR 444]
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These three empowerments mature the student and provide access to the maṇḍala of Anuttarayoga Tantra. In order, they are the secret empowerment, knowledge-wisdom empowerment, and the precious word empowerment. [TD 853]
mchog dbang gong ma gsum;Three Higher Supreme Empowerments;three higher supreme empowerments;These three empowerments mature the student and provide access to the maṇḍala of Anuttarayoga Tantra. In order, they are the secret empowerment, knowledge-wisdom empowerment, and the precious word empowerment. [TD 853]
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There are three groupings of empowerments linked with the peaceful and wrathful deities of the ''Tantra of the Secret Essence''. The second group consists of the five inner empowerments of potentiality, which relate to the development of the student's potential. The first and third groupings are the ten outer, beneficial empowerments and the three profound, secret empowerments. [PA 10-12]
nang nus pa'i dbang;Inner Empowerments Of Potentiality;inner empowerments of potentiality;There are three groupings of empowerments linked with the peaceful and wrathful deities of the ''Tantra of the Secret Essence''. The second group consists of the five inner empowerments of potentiality, which relate to the development of the student's potential. The first and third groupings are the ten outer, beneficial empowerments and the three profound, secret empowerments. [PA 10-12]
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Yoga Tantra is the last of the three outer tantras. In this system, emphasis is placed on the internal process of meditative absorption. In terms of the path, there are two forms of practice: the practice of skillful means and the practice of knowledge. In the first, one practices deity yoga in conjunction with the four seals. In the latter, one realizes the inner reality of the mind and actualizes discerning wisdom. To supplement this internal process, external forms of ritual purification are also practiced. [SG 335]
rnal 'byor rgyud;Yoga Tantra;Yoga Tantra is the last of the three outer tantras. In this system, emphasis is placed on the internal process of meditative absorption. In terms of the path, there are two forms of practice: the practice of skillful means and the practice of knowledge. In the first, one practices deity yoga in conjunction with the four seals. In the latter, one realizes the inner reality of the mind and actualizes discerning wisdom. To supplement this internal process, external forms of ritual purification are also practiced. [SG 335]
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brtan pa'i nyams;experience of stability;experience of stability
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Five substances that come from a cow, which must not have touched the ground: urine, dung, milk, butter, and curd. [TD 1802]
ba byung lnga;Five Substances of a Cow;five substances of a cow;Five substances that come from a cow, which must not have touched the ground: urine, dung, milk, butter, and curd. [TD 1802]
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In a general sense an empowerment is a tantric ritual that matures the students and allows them to engage in specific tantric practices. There are a great many divisions and descriptions pertaining to empowerment, such as those of the ground, path, and fruition. There are also unique empowerments associated with each tantric lineage and vehicle. Concerning the meaning of the term "empowerment," Jamgön Kongtrül explains that the original Sanskrit term has the literal meaning of "to scatter" and "to pour." The meaning, he explains, is that empowerments cleanse and purify the psycho-physical continuum by "scattering" the obscurations and then "pouring" the potential of wisdom into what is then a clean vessel, the purified psycho-physical continuum. [TK 3, 54] Stressing the importance of the empowerment ritual, Tsele Natsok Rangdröl writes, "Unless you first obtain the ripening empowerments, you are not authorized to hear even a single verse of the tantras, statements, and instructions. (Unauthorized) people who engage in expounding on and listening to the tantras will not only fail to receive blessings, they will create immense demerit from divulging the secrecy of these teachings. A person who has not obtained empowerment may pretend to practice the liberating instructions, but, instead of bringing accomplishment, the practice will create obstacles and countless other defects." [EM 39]
dbang;Empowerment;empowerment;abhiṣeka;In a general sense an empowerment is a tantric ritual that matures the students and allows them to engage in specific tantric practices. There are a great many divisions and descriptions pertaining to empowerment, such as those of the ground, path, and fruition. There are also unique empowerments associated with each tantric lineage and vehicle. Concerning the meaning of the term "empowerment," Jamgön Kongtrül explains that the original Sanskrit term has the literal meaning of "to scatter" and "to pour." The meaning, he explains, is that empowerments cleanse and purify the psycho-physical continuum by "scattering" the obscurations and then "pouring" the potential of wisdom into what is then a clean vessel, the purified psycho-physical continuum. [TK 3, 54] Stressing the importance of the empowerment ritual, Tsele Natsok Rangdröl writes, "Unless you first obtain the ripening empowerments, you are not authorized to hear even a single verse of the tantras, statements, and instructions. (Unauthorized) people who engage in expounding on and listening to the tantras will not only fail to receive blessings, they will create immense demerit from divulging the secrecy of these teachings. A person who has not obtained empowerment may pretend to practice the liberating instructions, but, instead of bringing accomplishment, the practice will create obstacles and countless other defects." [EM 39]
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knowledge holder with power over longevity
tshe dbang rig 'dzin;knowledge holder with power over longevity;knowledge holder with power over longevity
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thig le;Essence;essence;'See' channels, energies, and essences.
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[Lit. "Unsurpassed"] - 1) The eight planes of existence associated with the fourth level of meditative concentration. The gods born in this plane have reached the highest level of the form realm. This realm, which is one of the five pure realms, is referred to as such because there are no other realms of embodied beings higher than this; 2) the Densely Arrayed Realm of Akaniṣṭha (Akaniṣṭhaghandavyūha), a sambhogakāya realm located above the seventeen form realms. [TD 2529, 1103]
'og min;Unsurpassed;unsurpassed;Akaniṣṭha;[Lit. "Unsurpassed"] - 1) The eight planes of existence associated with the fourth level of meditative concentration. The gods born in this plane have reached the highest level of the form realm. This realm, which is one of the five pure realms, is referred to as such because there are no other realms of embodied beings higher than this;2) the Densely Arrayed Realm of Akaniṣṭha (Akaniṣṭhaghandavyūha), a sambhogakāya realm located above the seventeen form realms. [TD 2529, 1103]
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lha'i nga rgyal;Divine Pride;divine pride;'See' stable pride.
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rgyu pha rot du phyin pa'i theg pa;Causal Vehicle of the Perfections;causal vehicle of the perfections;''See'' Sūtra Vehicle.
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1) generosity, 2) discipline, 3) patience, 4) diligence, 5) meditative absorption, 6) knowledge, 7) skillful means, 8) strength, 9) aspiration, and 10) wisdom. [TD 1698]
pha rol tu phyin pa bcu;Ten Perfections;ten perfections;daśapāramitā;1) generosity, 2) discipline, 3) patience, 4) diligence, 5) meditative absorption, 6) knowledge, 7) skillful means, 8) strength, 9) aspiration, and 10) wisdom. [TD 1698]
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longs spyod rdzogs pa'i sku;sambhogakāya;sambhogakāya
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The second of the five paths; the point at which one has amassed the fundamental virtues that are the critical factors needed to transcend mundane existence, "joined" with the direct realization of the truth, grasped this truth through the knowledge that comes from meditation, and realized that phenomena lack any true nature. [TD 2030]
sbyor lam;Path of Joining;path of joining;The second of the five paths;the point at which one has amassed the fundamental virtues that are the critical factors needed to transcend mundane existence, "joined" with the direct realization of the truth, grasped this truth through the knowledge that comes from meditation, and realized that phenomena lack any true nature. [TD 2030]
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bya rgyud;Activity Tantra;activity tantra
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nges rdzogs;definitive perfection;definitive perfection
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snod bcud;universe and its inhabitants;universe and its inhabitants
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The concepts of the three spheres, which obstruct the attainment of complete omniscience (the state of buddhahood). [TD 2860]
shes bya'i sgrib pa;Cognitive Obscurations;cognitive obscurations;The concepts of the three spheres, which obstruct the attainment of complete omniscience (the state of buddhahood). [TD 2860]
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rgyal po'i pho nya;messenger of a king;messenger of a king
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The teachings of the Nyingma School have been transmitted through two lineages, the distant lineage of the Transmitted Teachings and the close lineage of the treasures. In the latter, the teachings that are passed on consist of three primary categories: those that relate to Guru Padmasambhava, the Great Perfection, and the Great Compassionate One, Avalokiteśvara. [NS 396]
gter ma;Treasure;treasure;The teachings of the Nyingma School have been transmitted through two lineages, the distant lineage of the Transmitted Teachings and the close lineage of the treasures. In the latter, the teachings that are passed on consist of three primary categories: those that relate to Guru Padmasambhava, the Great Perfection, and the Great Compassionate One, Avalokiteśvara. [NS 396]
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zhen rtog;conceptual fixation;conceptual fixation
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rgyu'i ting nge 'dzin;causal absorption;causal absorption
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dbus phyur bu;central chamber;central chamber
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The wisdom being is one of the three beings set forth in development stage practice, that which is visualized in the heart center of the samaya being. Dza Patrul explains, "At the heart center of each of the assembly of deities you are meditating on, visualize a wisdom being that resembles the deity it inhabits, though bereft of ornamentation and implements." [SS 422] While this is the most common presentation, according to Kongtrül, meditating on the wisdom being can occur in other forms as well. It can involve visualizing a form that resembles the samaya being, as explained above, yet it can also entail meditating on a deity with a form, color, face, and arms that are different than the samaya being, or meditating on a symbolic implement that arises from the seed syllable. [TK 3, 209]
ye shes sems dpa';Wisdom Being;wisdom being;jñānasattva;The wisdom being is one of the three beings set forth in development stage practice, that which is visualized in the heart center of the samaya being. Dza Patrul explains, "At the heart center of each of the assembly of deities you are meditating on, visualize a wisdom being that resembles the deity it inhabits, though bereft of ornamentation and implements." [SS 422] While this is the most common presentation, according to Kongtrül, meditating on the wisdom being can occur in other forms as well. It can involve visualizing a form that resembles the samaya being, as explained above, yet it can also entail meditating on a deity with a form, color, face, and arms that are different than the samaya being, or meditating on a symbolic implement that arises from the seed syllable. [TK 3, 209]
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bsrung ba'i 'khor lo;protection circle;protection circle
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A powerful, violent, and malicious spirit. [TD 1315]
Rudra;A powerful, violent, and malicious spirit. [TD 1315]
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''See'' view, meditation, conduct, and fruition.
spyod pa;Conduct;conduct;''See'' view, meditation, conduct, and fruition.
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The first of the five paths; this stage forms the basis for the progression to nirvāṇa, in which one gathers a vast amount of merit (that accords with liberation) and realizes selflessness through study and contemplation, albeit this realization occurs only in an abstract, conceptual sense. [TD 2293]
tshogs lam;Path of Accumulation;path of accumulation;The first of the five paths;this stage forms the basis for the progression to nirvāṇa, in which one gathers a vast amount of merit (that accords with liberation) and realizes selflessness through study and contemplation, albeit this realization occurs only in an abstract, conceptual sense. [TD 2293]
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rnam par snang mdzad;Vairocana;vairocana
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An alternate term for the Vajra Vehicle; Ju Mipham explains the significance of this appellation, "This approach is referred to as such due to the four characteristics of its skillful means, which are great, easy, many, and swift. With the key points of this path, afflictive and pure phenomena are not engaged from the perspective of needing to be accepted or rejected. As this is the case, they do not obscure. In addition, its methods are great insofar as they lead to the perfection of the two accumulations. In other systems, such skillful means do not exist." [KG 38]
thabs kyi theg pa;Vehicle Of Skillful Means;vehicle of skillful means;An alternate term for the Vajra Vehicle;Ju Mipham explains the significance of this appellation, "This approach is referred to as such due to the four characteristics of its skillful means, which are great, easy, many, and swift. With the key points of this path, afflictive and pure phenomena are not engaged from the perspective of needing to be accepted or rejected. As this is the case, they do not obscure. In addition, its methods are great insofar as they lead to the perfection of the two accumulations. In other systems, such skillful means do not exist." [KG 38]
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As a symbolic implement used in development stage practice, the lotus signifies not being stained by faults. [KR 51]
Lotus;lotus;padma;As a symbolic implement used in development stage practice, the lotus signifies not being stained by faults. [KR 51]
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[Lit. "Horse Neck"] - Hayagrīva is a wrathful divinity of the lotus family and one of the yidam deities in the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings.
rta mgrin;Hayagrīva;[Lit. "Horse Neck"] - Hayagrīva is a wrathful divinity of the lotus family and one of the yidam deities in the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings.
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Mahāyoga is traditionally divided into two groups, the Collected Tantras, which includes the ''Guhyagarbha Tantra'', and the Collected Sādhanas. The latter division contains the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings, which comprise the ritual practices and instructions associated with eight divinities - five transcendent deities and three mundane deities. The five wisdom deities are Mañjuśrī Yamāntaka (enlightened form), Padma Hayagrīva (enlightened speech), Viśuddha (enlightened mind), Vajramṛta Mahottara (enlightened qualities), and Vajrakīlaya (enlightened activity). The three classes of worldly divinities are Mātaraḥ (liberating sorcery), Lokastotrapūja (mundane praises), and Vajramantrabhīru (wrathful mantra). [NS 283] These teachings have been maintained and practiced in both the Transmitted Teachings and the treasure tradition. In the former, the primary source is a cycle titled the ''Fortress and Precipice of the Eight Teachings: The Distilled Realization of the Four Wise Men''. There are a great many related teachings in the treasure tradition, the most important, however, are found in the revelations of Nyang Ral Nyima Özer, Guru Chöwang, and Rigdzin Gödem. [WC 777]
sgrub pa bka' brgyad;Eight Great Sādhana Teachings;eight great sādhana teachings;Mahāyoga is traditionally divided into two groups, the Collected Tantras, which includes the ''Guhyagarbha Tantra'', and the Collected Sādhanas. The latter division contains the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings, which comprise the ritual practices and instructions associated with eight divinities - five transcendent deities and three mundane deities. The five wisdom deities are Mañjuśrī Yamāntaka (enlightened form), Padma Hayagrīva (enlightened speech), Viśuddha (enlightened mind), Vajramṛta Mahottara (enlightened qualities), and Vajrakīlaya (enlightened activity). The three classes of worldly divinities are Mātaraḥ (liberating sorcery), Lokastotrapūja (mundane praises), and Vajramantrabhīru (wrathful mantra). [NS 283] These teachings have been maintained and practiced in both the Transmitted Teachings and the treasure tradition. In the former, the primary source is a cycle titled the ''Fortress and Precipice of the Eight Teachings: The Distilled Realization of the Four Wise Men''. There are a great many related teachings in the treasure tradition, the most important, however, are found in the revelations of Nyang Ral Nyima Özer, Guru Chöwang, and Rigdzin Gödem. [WC 777]
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snying po sngags;essence mantra;essence mantra
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rdo rje theg pa;Vajrayāna;''See'' Vajra Vehicle.
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bla na med pa'i rgyud;Unsurpassed Yoga Tantra;unsurpassed yoga tantra;''See'' Anuttarayoga Tantra.
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The skull cup is a symbolic implement that represents the ability to sustain the bliss of nonconceptual wisdom. [CG 51]
thod pa;Skull Cup;skull cup;kapāla;The skull cup is a symbolic implement that represents the ability to sustain the bliss of nonconceptual wisdom. [CG 51]
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dran pa nye bar bzhag pa bzhi;four foundations of mindfulness;four foundations of mindfulness
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''See'' eight measures of clarity and stability.
gsal ba'i tshad bzhi;Four Measures of Clarity;four measures of clarity;''See'' eight measures of clarity and stability.
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mchog gi dngos grub;Supreme Spiritual Accomplishment;supreme spiritual accomplishment;''See'' great seal.
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nye bar bsnyen pa;close approach;close approach
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'dus ma byed;unconditioned;unconditioned
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Male Consort;male consort;''See'' male and female consorts.
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Vajra wisdom is linked with the svābhāvikakāya and the union of awareness and emptiness. [LW 36]
ye shes rdo rje;Vajra Wisdom;vajra wisdom;Vajra wisdom is linked with the svābhāvikakāya and the union of awareness and emptiness. [LW 36]
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skyabs 'gro;refuge (to go for);refuge (to go for)
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sgyu 'phrul drva ba;Magical Web;magical web;''See Tantra of the Secret Essence''.
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thabs;Method;method;''See'' skillful means.
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There are three groupings of empowerments linked with the peaceful and wrathful deities of the ''Tantra of the Secret Essence''. Following the ten outer, beneficial empowerments and the five inner empowerments of potentiality, this third grouping consists of three empowerments that enable the student to practice the various types of completion stage, such as yogic heat, luminosity, and dream practice. These are the secret empowerment, the knowledge-wisdom empowerment, and the precious word empowerment. [PA 10-12]
gsang ba zab mo'i dbang;Profound Secret Empowerments;profound secret empowerments;There are three groupings of empowerments linked with the peaceful and wrathful deities of the ''Tantra of the Secret Essence''. Following the ten outer, beneficial empowerments and the five inner empowerments of potentiality, this third grouping consists of three empowerments that enable the student to practice the various types of completion stage, such as yogic heat, luminosity, and dream practice. These are the secret empowerment, the knowledge-wisdom empowerment, and the precious word empowerment. [PA 10-12]
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The illusory body is referred to as such because although there are not various forms in reality, various forms appear. And though they appear, they do not truly exist. [TD 602] As a specific completion stage practice, there are three types of illusory body: the impure illusory body, the pure illusory body, and the hidden meaning - the illusory body of the energetic-mind. [DR 444] According to Jamgön Kongtrül, the most extensive treatment of this practice is found in the ''Guhyasamāja Tantra''. [TK 4, 29]
sgyu lus;Illusory Body;illusory body;The illusory body is referred to as such because although there are not various forms in reality, various forms appear. And though they appear, they do not truly exist. [TD 602] As a specific completion stage practice, there are three types of illusory body: the impure illusory body, the pure illusory body, and the hidden meaning - the illusory body of the energetic-mind. [DR 444] According to Jamgön Kongtrül, the most extensive treatment of this practice is found in the ''Guhyasamāja Tantra''. [TK 4, 29]
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The "Gentle, Glorious, and Melodic One" or, alternately, the "Gentle, Glorious, and Youthful One"; a bodhisattva and yidam deity that personifies perfect knowledge. [TD 888]
jam dpal dbyangs,'jam dpal gzhon nur gyur pa;Mañjuśrī,Mañjughoṣa;The "Gentle, Glorious, and Melodic One" or, alternately, the "Gentle, Glorious, and Youthful One";a bodhisattva and yidam deity that personifies perfect knowledge. [TD 888]
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phro 'du'i gzer;stake of projection and absorption;stake of projection and absorption
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bgegs;obstructing forces;obstructing forces
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[Lit. "Unsurpassed Union Tantra"] - The fourth and highest of the four classes of Tantra. In the New Schools, this system consists of the Father Tantras, Mother Tantras, and Nondual Tantras. In the Nyingma School, this class of Tantra is equated with the three inner tantras: Mahāyoga, Anuyoga, and Atiyoga. Ju Mipham explains, "From the perspective of this approach, not only is the Causal Vehicle of the Perfections a 'long path,' but the Outer Tantras are as well. In other words, this is the true 'swift path,' the true 'Fruition Vehicle.' All other approaches are taught according to the mind-sets of disciples to lead them to this vehicle. Here, in contrast, the ultimate, definitive meaning is revealed explicitly, just as it is seen by the wisdom of the buddhas." [KG 37]
rnal 'byor bla na med pa'i rgyud;Anuttarayoga Tantra;[Lit. "Unsurpassed Union Tantra"] - The fourth and highest of the four classes of Tantra. In the New Schools, this system consists of the Father Tantras, Mother Tantras, and Nondual Tantras. In the Nyingma School, this class of Tantra is equated with the three inner tantras: Mahāyoga, Anuyoga, and Atiyoga. Ju Mipham explains, "From the perspective of this approach, not only is the Causal Vehicle of the Perfections a 'long path,' but the Outer Tantras are as well. In other words, this is the true 'swift path,' the true 'Fruition Vehicle.' All other approaches are taught according to the mind-sets of disciples to lead them to this vehicle. Here, in contrast, the ultimate, definitive meaning is revealed explicitly, just as it is seen by the wisdom of the buddhas." [KG 37]
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The secret empowerment is the first of the three higher supreme empowerments (the other two being the knowledge-wisdom empowerment and the precious word empowerment). This is bestowed upon the ordinary speech of the student by relying upon the maṇḍala of the relative enlightened mind of the male and female teachers in union. This purifies the impurities of ordinary speech. In terms of the path, this empowers one to meditate on the energetic practices and recite mantra. In terms of the fruition, a link is formed to the attainment of the sambhogakāya and vajra speech. [TD 3006]
gsang dbang;Secret Empowerment;secret empowerment;The secret empowerment is the first of the three higher supreme empowerments (the other two being the knowledge-wisdom empowerment and the precious word empowerment). This is bestowed upon the ordinary speech of the student by relying upon the maṇḍala of the relative enlightened mind of the male and female teachers in union. This purifies the impurities of ordinary speech. In terms of the path, this empowers one to meditate on the energetic practices and recite mantra. In terms of the fruition, a link is formed to the attainment of the sambhogakāya and vajra speech. [TD 3006]
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Devoted training and definitive perfection are two approaches one can take when practicing development stage meditation. According to Lochen Dharmaśrī, "Devoted training refers to the stage when one has yet to achieve a stable concentration and has the mere appearance of [true] meditation, as when one practices all the various aspects of the development stage ritual in a single practice session. Definitive perfection, on the other hand, refers to the five yogas related to the defiled paths of accumulation and joining and the four undefiled knowledge holders." [SD 35]
Devoted Training and Definitive Perfection
mos sgom dang nges rdzogs;Devoted Training and Definitive Perfection;devoted training and definitive perfection;Devoted training and definitive perfection are two approaches one can take when practicing development stage meditation. According to Lochen Dharmaśrī, "Devoted training refers to the stage when one has yet to achieve a stable concentration and has the mere appearance of [true] meditation, as when one practices all the various aspects of the development stage ritual in a single practice session. Definitive perfection, on the other hand, refers to the five yogas related to the defiled paths of accumulation and joining and the four undefiled knowledge holders." [SD 35]
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phrin las rnam pa bzhi;Four Kinds of Enlightened Activity;four kinds of enlightened activity;'See' enlightened activity.
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rang snang;natural manifestation;natural manifestation
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Quoting the ''Sūtra of the Levels of Buddhahood'', Jigme Lingpa explains, "Mirrorlike wisdom is similar to a reflection that appears on the surface of a mirror, which doesn't really exist. Reflections require no effort and are not something that can be formed. Similarly, when it comes to mirrorlike wisdom, all the various reflections of omniscience do occur, yet do not truly exist. They do not require effort, nor are they something that can be formed." [YT 431]
me long lta bu'i ye shes;Mirrorlike Wisdom;mirrorlike wisdom;Quoting the ''Sūtra of the Levels of Buddhahood'', Jigme Lingpa explains, "Mirrorlike wisdom is similar to a reflection that appears on the surface of a mirror, which doesn't really exist. Reflections require no effort and are not something that can be formed. Similarly, when it comes to mirrorlike wisdom, all the various reflections of omniscience do occur, yet do not truly exist. They do not require effort, nor are they something that can be formed." [YT 431]
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The term "recollecting purity" refers to the symbolic associations between the features of the deity and the celestial palace and the enlightened state. Along with clear appearance and stable pride, this is one of the key features of the development stage. As Tenpe Nyima explains, development stage practice forms a link between the enlightened qualities that are present as our own fundamental nature and the state where these qualities actually manifest. He writes, "Once the experiences of clarity and stability have arisen, you should use the development stage to mature the proximate cause of the supreme spiritual accomplishment. To do this, recall the purity [of the divine form]. This will form a link with the fundamental fruition. Nevertheless, you should not fixate on the visualization as being an independent entity that really exists. In reality, it is just the natural manifestation of wisdom. The wisdom maṇḍala does not have projected features like color, shape, a face, or hands. Rather, the qualities that naturally appear with the state of buddhahood arise, from the perspective of disciples, in various symbolic forms, such as those of the support and supported, the celestial palace, and the deity." [KR 50] ''See also'' clarity, purity, and pride.
rnam dag dran pa;Recollecting Purity;recollecting purity;The term "recollecting purity" refers to the symbolic associations between the features of the deity and the celestial palace and the enlightened state. Along with clear appearance and stable pride, this is one of the key features of the development stage. As Tenpe Nyima explains, development stage practice forms a link between the enlightened qualities that are present as our own fundamental nature and the state where these qualities actually manifest. He writes, "Once the experiences of clarity and stability have arisen, you should use the development stage to mature the proximate cause of the supreme spiritual accomplishment. To do this, recall the purity [of the divine form]. This will form a link with the fundamental fruition. Nevertheless, you should not fixate on the visualization as being an independent entity that really exists. In reality, it is just the natural manifestation of wisdom. The wisdom maṇḍala does not have projected features like color, shape, a face, or hands. Rather, the qualities that naturally appear with the state of buddhahood arise, from the perspective of disciples, in various symbolic forms, such as those of the support and supported, the celestial palace, and the deity." [KR 50] ''See also'' clarity, purity, and pride.
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phyag rgya chen po rig 'dzin;great seal knowledge holder;great seal knowledge holder
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Along with calm abiding, insight is one of the common denominators and causes of all meditative absorptions. It entails the observation of the specific distinguishing nature of a given object. [TD 3092]
lhag mthong;Insight;insight;Along with calm abiding, insight is one of the common denominators and causes of all meditative absorptions. It entails the observation of the specific distinguishing nature of a given object. [TD 3092]
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mi slob lam;path beyond training;path beyond training
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The central channel is the main energetic channel in the body, running vertically through its center. Its upper end is located at the cranial aperture on the crown of the head, while its lower end is found in the secret place (the perineum). [TD 2212]
rtsa dbu ma;Central Channel;central channel;The central channel is the main energetic channel in the body, running vertically through its center. Its upper end is located at the cranial aperture on the crown of the head, while its lower end is found in the secret place (the perineum). [TD 2212]
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The path of accumulation, the path of joining, the path of seeing, the path of cultivation, and the path beyond training. [TD 2764]
lam lnga;Five Paths;five paths;The path of accumulation, the path of joining, the path of seeing, the path of cultivation, and the path beyond training. [TD 2764]
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The unified state beyond training is one of five stages linked with the five luminosities. ''See'' unified path of training. [NO 4, 17]
mi slob pa'i zung 'jug;Unified State Beyond Training;unified state beyond training;The unified state beyond training is one of five stages linked with the five luminosities. ''See'' unified path of training. [NO 4, 17]
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According to Tsele Natsok Rangdröl, some refer to the various manifestations that occur during the stages of appearance, increase, and attainment as "symbolic luminosity" and the bare luminosity that follows these as "true luminosity." The reason the former is referred to as "symbolic luminosity," he explains, is because the perception of mirages, smoke, and so on are signs that the five sense consciousnesses have dissolved into the all-ground consciousness. The experience of whiteness that occurs during the stage of "appearance" signals the afflicted consciousness (the seventh of the eight consciousnesses) dissolving into the all-ground. The experience of redness that occurs during the stage of "increase" heralds the dissolution of the mental consciousness (the sixth consciousness). Once the stage of "attainment" has arrived and everything has dissolved into the basic space of phenomena, the wisdom of dharmakāya will manifest. This is true luminosity. [MM 46] This can also refer to the form of luminosity that occurs on the path of seeing, in contrast to the "symbolic luminosity" found on the path of joining. In this context, the terms "wisdom" and "luminosity" are interchangeable. See five luminosities for more details.
don gyi 'od gsal;True Luminosity;true luminosity;According to Tsele Natsok Rangdröl, some refer to the various manifestations that occur during the stages of appearance, increase, and attainment as "symbolic luminosity" and the bare luminosity that follows these as "true luminosity." The reason the former is referred to as "symbolic luminosity," he explains, is because the perception of mirages, smoke, and so on are signs that the five sense consciousnesses have dissolved into the all-ground consciousness. The experience of whiteness that occurs during the stage of "appearance" signals the afflicted consciousness (the seventh of the eight consciousnesses) dissolving into the all-ground. The experience of redness that occurs during the stage of "increase" heralds the dissolution of the mental consciousness (the sixth consciousness). Once the stage of "attainment" has arrived and everything has dissolved into the basic space of phenomena, the wisdom of dharmakāya will manifest. This is true luminosity. [MM 46] This can also refer to the form of luminosity that occurs on the path of seeing, in contrast to the "symbolic luminosity" found on the path of joining. In this context, the terms "wisdom" and "luminosity" are interchangeable. See five luminosities for more details.
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The two rūpakāyas (nirmāṇakāya and sambhogakāya) and the dharmakāya.
sku gsum;Three Kāyas;three kāyas;The two rūpakāyas (nirmāṇakāya and sambhogakāya) and the dharmakāya.
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kun tu bzang po;Samantabhadra;samantabhadra
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These four are: 1) emptiness, 2) extreme emptiness, 3) great emptiness, and 4) universal emptiness. Respectively, these four are linked with the stages of death: 1) appearance, 2) increase, 3) attainment, and 4) luminosity. [TD 1110]
stong pa nyid bzhi;Four Emptinesses;four emptinesses;These four are: 1) emptiness, 2) extreme emptiness, 3) great emptiness, and 4) universal emptiness. Respectively, these four are linked with the stages of death: 1) appearance, 2) increase, 3) attainment, and 4) luminosity. [TD 1110]
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In the textual tradition of the Nyingma School, the three inner tantras comprise the final three of this tradition's nine vehicles. They are listed as the tantras of Mahāyoga, the scriptures of Anuyoga, and the key instructions of Atiyoga. [TD 1505] These three divisions are also associated with the practices of development, completion, and Great Perfection. As Dilgo Khyentse explains, "Development and Mahāyoga are like the basis for all the teachings, completion and Anuyoga are like the path of all the teachings, and the Great Perfection of Atiyoga is like the result of all the teachings." [WC 773]
nang rgyud gsum;Three Inner Tantras;three inner tantras;In the textual tradition of the Nyingma School, the three inner tantras comprise the final three of this tradition's nine vehicles. They are listed as the tantras of Mahāyoga, the scriptures of Anuyoga, and the key instructions of Atiyoga. [TD 1505] These three divisions are also associated with the practices of development, completion, and Great Perfection. As Dilgo Khyentse explains, "Development and Mahāyoga are like the basis for all the teachings, completion and Anuyoga are like the path of all the teachings, and the Great Perfection of Atiyoga is like the result of all the teachings." [WC 773]
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The Buddhist teachings are often classified into two divisions, which represent two approaches to enlightenment, the Sūtra Vehicle and the Vajra Vehicle. The former is often referred to as the "Causal Vehicle" because, in this tradition, practice consists of assembling the causes that will lead to the attainment of liberation. This vehicle is further divided into the Vehicles of the Listeners and Solitary Buddhas (which comprise the Lesser Vehicle) and the Vehicle of the Bodhisattvas (the Great Vehicle).c
mdo'i theg pa;Sūtra Vehicle;sūtra vehicle;The Buddhist teachings are often classified into two divisions, which represent two approaches to enlightenment, the Sūtra Vehicle and the Vajra Vehicle. The former is often referred to as the "Causal Vehicle" because, in this tradition, practice consists of assembling the causes that will lead to the attainment of liberation. This vehicle is further divided into the Vehicles of the Listeners and Solitary Buddhas (which comprise the Lesser Vehicle) and the Vehicle of the Bodhisattvas (the Great Vehicle).c
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The nine vehicles comprise the path of the Nyingma School of the Early Translations. The first three vehicles are those of the Sūtra Vehicle, the exoteric Buddhist teachings: 1) the Vehicle of the Listeners, 2) the Vehicle of the Solitary Buddhas, and 3) the Vehicle of the Bodhisattvas. The next set comprises the three outer tantras: 4) the Vehicle of Kriyā, or Activity Tantra, 5) the Vehicle of Ubhaya, or Dual Tantra, and 6) the Vehicle of Yoga, or Union Tantra. The final set of three represents the inner tantric tradition: 7) the Vehicle of Mahāyoga, or Great Yoga, 8) the Vehicle of Anuyoga, or Concordant Yoga, and 9) the Vehicle of Atiyoga, or Supreme Yoga (also known as the Great Perfection). [NS 164]
theg pa dgu;Nine Vehicles;nine vehicles;The nine vehicles comprise the path of the Nyingma School of the Early Translations. The first three vehicles are those of the Sūtra Vehicle, the exoteric Buddhist teachings: 1) the Vehicle of the Listeners, 2) the Vehicle of the Solitary Buddhas, and 3) the Vehicle of the Bodhisattvas. The next set comprises the three outer tantras: 4) the Vehicle of Kriyā, or Activity Tantra, 5) the Vehicle of Ubhaya, or Dual Tantra, and 6) the Vehicle of Yoga, or Union Tantra. The final set of three represents the inner tantric tradition: 7) the Vehicle of Mahāyoga, or Great Yoga, 8) the Vehicle of Anuyoga, or Concordant Yoga, and 9) the Vehicle of Atiyoga, or Supreme Yoga (also known as the Great Perfection). [NS 164]
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rgyu'i rdo rje 'dzin pa;Causal Vajra Holder;causal vajra holder;''See'' causal heruka.
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bkod pa'i bzlas pa;arranged recitation;arranged recitation
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One of the five kāyas; this refers to the indivisibility of the two rūpakāyas and the dharmakāya, showing that, while the two rūpakāyas do manifest, they have no independent existence. [TD 2065]
rdo rje sku;Vajrakaya;One of the five kāyas;this refers to the indivisibility of the two rūpakāyas and the dharmakāya, showing that, while the two rūpakāyas do manifest, they have no independent existence. [TD 2065]
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nye rgyu;proximate cause;proximate cause
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ye shes sems dpa';wisdom being;wisdom being
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cir yang bsgyur tu btub pa;completely malleable;completely malleable
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Vajrapāṇi is the condensation of the enlightened mind of all the buddhas and the embodiment of their strength, might, and power. [TD 1734]
phyag na rdo rje;Vajrapāṇi;Vajrapāṇi is the condensation of the enlightened mind of all the buddhas and the embodiment of their strength, might, and power. [TD 1734]
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The Mahāyoga teachings are traditionally divided into two groups, the Collected Tantras and the Collected Sādhanas. The latter is associated with a genre of literature known collectively as the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings. [NS 283]
sgrub sde;Collected Sādhanas;collected sādhanas;The Mahāyoga teachings are traditionally divided into two groups, the Collected Tantras and the Collected Sādhanas. The latter is associated with a genre of literature known collectively as the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings. [NS 283]
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[Lit. "One Who Has Passed into Reality"] - An epithet of the buddhas; this refers to one who, in dependence upon the path of reality, abides in neither existence nor peace and has passed into the state of great enlightenment. [TD 1287]
de bzhin gshegs pa;One Who Has Passed into Real;one who has passed into real;Tathāgata;[Lit. "One Who Has Passed into Reality"] - An epithet of the buddhas;this refers to one who, in dependence upon the path of reality, abides in neither existence nor peace and has passed into the state of great enlightenment. [TD 1287]
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chos rnam par 'byed pa;discrimination of phenomena;discrimination of phenomena
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The term "luminosity" is often used to refer to wisdom, the subjective counterpart to reality. As the practitioner progresses along the various paths and levels, the manner in which luminous wisdom perceives its object, reality, becomes more and more refined. [NO 4, 17] As a specific completion stage practice, Dza Patrul explains, "There are three forms of luminosity: those of the ground, path, and fruition. The first of these is further divided into the luminosity that occurs during deep sleep, union, and death. Path luminosity is divided into fine luminosity, dense luminosity, and experiential luminosity. Finally, fruitionalluminosity refers solely to that which is supreme and eternal." [DR 444] According to Jamgön Kongtrul, "The various classifications of subtle energies and the instructions on illusory body and luminosity are treated extensively and clearly in the ''Guhyasamaja Tantra'' and the other Father Tantras." [TK 4, 29] ''See also'' five luminosities and luminosity of the first intermediate state.
od gsal;Luminosity;luminosity;The term "luminosity" is often used to refer to wisdom, the subjective counterpart to reality. As the practitioner progresses along the various paths and levels, the manner in which luminous wisdom perceives its object, reality, becomes more and more refined. [NO 4, 17] As a specific completion stage practice, Dza Patrul explains, "There are three forms of luminosity: those of the ground, path, and fruition. The first of these is further divided into the luminosity that occurs during deep sleep, union, and death. Path luminosity is divided into fine luminosity, dense luminosity, and experiential luminosity. Finally, fruitionalluminosity refers solely to that which is supreme and eternal." [DR 444] According to Jamgön Kongtrul, "The various classifications of subtle energies and the instructions on illusory body and luminosity are treated extensively and clearly in the ''Guhyasamaja Tantra'' and the other Father Tantras." [TK 4, 29] ''See also'' five luminosities and luminosity of the first intermediate state.
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This is the first of the three absorptions. According to Jigme Lingpa, this absorption relates to reality itself - the empty, luminous nature of mind. It also purifies the death state, the belief in permanence, and the formless realm. [JL 221] Tenpe Nyima describes the actual practice of this absorption as follows: "Start out by relaxing your mind from within; don't follow after any deluded thoughts. Mind itself is empty, yet aware - a bare reality beyond anything you can think or say. Settle for a moment in this simplicity ... This is the absorption of suchness." He further notes that this absorption is also known as "the practice of great emptiness," "the vajralike absorption," and "the absorption of emptiness." [KR 25]
de bzhin nyid kyi ting nge 'dzin;Absorption of Suchness;absorption of suchness;This is the first of the three absorptions. According to Jigme Lingpa, this absorption relates to reality itself - the empty, luminous nature of mind. It also purifies the death state, the belief in permanence, and the formless realm. [JL 221] Tenpe Nyima describes the actual practice of this absorption as follows: "Start out by relaxing your mind from within;don't follow after any deluded thoughts. Mind itself is empty, yet aware - a bare reality beyond anything you can think or say. Settle for a moment in this simplicity ... This is the absorption of suchness." He further notes that this absorption is also known as "the practice of great emptiness," "the vajralike absorption," and "the absorption of emptiness." [KR 25]
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zla ba'i dkyil 'khor;moon disc;moon disc
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There are four factors that subsume all aspects of development stage practice. Jamgön Kongtrül explains, "To engage in development stage practice, one needs to have at least some understanding of four factors: the basis, object, and process and result of purification ... The result of purification is the actualization of the deity, which abides in the ground. This fruition, once the process of release has reached its culmination, is referred to as the 'attainment of the state of vajradhara.'" [ND 13-14]
sbyang 'bras;Result of Purification;result of purification;There are four factors that subsume all aspects of development stage practice. Jamgön Kongtrül explains, "To engage in development stage practice, one needs to have at least some understanding of four factors: the basis, object, and process and result of purification ... The result of purification is the actualization of the deity, which abides in the ground. This fruition, once the process of release has reached its culmination, is referred to as the 'attainment of the state of vajradhara.'" [ND 13-14]
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The manner in which all phenomena are devoid of intrinsic existence; the true nature of things. [TD 1110]
stong pa nyid;Emptiness;emptiness;The manner in which all phenomena are devoid of intrinsic existence;the true nature of things. [TD 1110]
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dam tshig sems dpa';samaya being;samaya being
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padma'i rig 'dzin;lotus knowledge holder;lotus knowledge holder
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chos kyi dbyings;Basic Space of Phenomena;basic space of phenomena;dharmadhātu
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byang chub kyi sems;awakened mind;awakened mind
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rdo rje lta bu'i ting nge 'dzin;vajralike absorption;vajralike absorption
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The fourth of the five paths; this stage functions as the gateway to liberation, in which one cultivates and familiarizes oneself with the nature that was realized on the path of seeing. [TD 598]
sgom lam;Path of Cultivation;path of cultivation;The fourth of the five paths;this stage functions as the gateway to liberation, in which one cultivates and familiarizes oneself with the nature that was realized on the path of seeing. [TD 598]
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A female yidam deity that embodies the principle of knowledge. [TD 2585] ''See also'' male and female consorts.
yum;Female Consort;female consort;A female yidam deity that embodies the principle of knowledge. [TD 2585] ''See also'' male and female consorts.
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rnam dag dran pa;recollection of purity;recollection of purity
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A symbolic implement that represents the severing of the three times
Khaṭvāṅga;A symbolic implement that represents the severing of the three times
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Alternate term for the three outer tantras.
dka' thub rig byed kyi theg pa;Vedic Vehicles Of Ascetic Practice;vedic vehicles of ascetic practice;Alternate term for the three outer tantras.
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mchog gi dngos grub;supreme spiritual accomplishment;supreme spiritual accomplishment
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One who has cleared away the darkness of the two obscurations and in whom the twofold wisdom has blossomed. [TD 2913]
sangs rgyas;Buddha;buddha;One who has cleared away the darkness of the two obscurations and in whom the twofold wisdom has blossomed. [TD 2913]
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phyag rgya gcig pa;single mudrā;single mudrā
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sbyong byed;process of purification;process of purification
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rtsa;energetic channels;energetic channels
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so sor rtogs pa'i ye shes;discerning wisdom;discerning wisdom
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mnyam nyid ye shes;wisdom of equality;wisdom of equality
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The eight goddesses, such as the Beautiful One (''sgeg mo''), who make offerings to the deities. [TD 857]
mchod pa'i lha mo;Offering Goddesses;offering goddesses;The eight goddesses, such as the Beautiful One (''sgeg mo''), who make offerings to the deities. [TD 857]
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padma can gyi sa;level of the lotus endowed;level of the lotus endowed
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The yidam deity associated with enlightened form in the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings.
jam dpal gshin rje;Mañjuśrī Yamāntaka;The yidam deity associated with enlightened form in the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings.
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The curved knife is a symbolic implement that symbolizes the severing of the four demons. [KR 51]
gri 'gug;Curved Knife;curved knife;The curved knife is a symbolic implement that symbolizes the severing of the four demons. [KR 51]
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ka thung;pillar stabilizer;pillar stabilizer
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goms pa'i nyams;experience of familiarity;experience of familiarity
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chos kyi dbyings;basic space of phenomena;basic space of phenomena
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yang dag pa'i rigs pa bzhi;four correct discriminations;four correct discriminations
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ye shes kyi me dpung;fire of wisdom;fire of wisdom
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bgegs bskrad pa;expelling obstructive forces;expelling obstructive forces
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brtan pa'i tshad bzhi;four measures of stability;four measures of stability
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1) A blood-drinker; 2} Cakrasaṃvara; 3} a general term for wrathful deities. [TD 3069]
he ru ka;Heruka;heruka;Heruka;1) A blood-drinker;2} Cakrasaṃvara;3} a general term for wrathful deities. [TD 3069]
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Concepts, such as avarice, that obstruct the attainment of liberation. [TD 970]
nyon mongs pa'i sgrib pa;Afflictive Obscurations;afflictive obscurations;Concepts, such as avarice, that obstruct the attainment of liberation. [TD 970]
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The eight knowledge holders were the Indian masters entrusted with the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings: Vimalamitra, Hūṃkara, Mañjuśrīmitra, Nāgārjuna, Padmasambhava, Dhanasaṃskṛta, Rambuguhya-Devacandra, and Śāntigarbha. These individuals are also referred to as the "eight great accomplished masters" (''grub pa'i slob dpon chen po brgyad''). Details on the lives of these masters can be found in NS 475-483.
rig 'dzin chen po brgyad;Eight Knowledge Holders;eight knowledge holders;The eight knowledge holders were the Indian masters entrusted with the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings: Vimalamitra, Hūṃkara, Mañjuśrīmitra, Nāgārjuna, Padmasambhava, Dhanasaṃskṛta, Rambuguhya-Devacandra, and Śāntigarbha. These individuals are also referred to as the "eight great accomplished masters" (''grub pa'i slob dpon chen po brgyad''). Details on the lives of these masters can be found in NS 475-483.
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These three factors function as the support for consciousness, ensuring that the life remains stable and the life-force uninterrupted. Of these three, the channels are said to be like a house, the essences like the wealth contained therein, and the energies like their owner. [TD 2213]
rtsa rlung thig le;Channels,Energies,and Essences;channels,energies,and essences;These three factors function as the support for consciousness, ensuring that the life remains stable and the life-force uninterrupted. Of these three, the channels are said to be like a house, the essences like the wealth contained therein, and the energies like their owner. [TD 2213]
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spros pa;thought activity;thought activity
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gnyis ka rgyud;Dual Tantra;dual tantra;ubhayatantra;An alternate name for Caryā Tantra.
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The thirty-seven factors of enlightenment are qualities that occur at various stages of the Buddhist path. According to Maitreya's ''Distinguishing the Middle from Extremes'', these are: 1) the four applications of mindfulness that occur on the lesser path of accumulation, 2) the four authentic eliminations that occur on the intermediate path of accumulation, 3) the four bases of miraculous power that occur on the greater path of accumulation, 4) the five faculties that occur during the first two stages of the path of joining - the stages of heat and summit, 5) the five powers that occur on the last two stages of the path of joining - the stage of acceptance and the supreme state, 6) the seven aspects of enlightenment that occur on the path of seeing, and 7) the eightfold noble path that occurs on the path of cultivation. [MV 732] These factors are often represented symbolically in development stage practice. The associations between these factors and their visualized counterparts are discussed by Longchenpa in SC, pp. 84-86.
byang phyogs so bdun;Thirty-Seven Factors Of Enlightenment;thirty-seven factors of enlightenment;The thirty-seven factors of enlightenment are qualities that occur at various stages of the Buddhist path. According to Maitreya's ''Distinguishing the Middle from Extremes'', these are: 1) the four applications of mindfulness that occur on the lesser path of accumulation, 2) the four authentic eliminations that occur on the intermediate path of accumulation, 3) the four bases of miraculous power that occur on the greater path of accumulation, 4) the five faculties that occur during the first two stages of the path of joining - the stages of heat and summit, 5) the five powers that occur on the last two stages of the path of joining - the stage of acceptance and the supreme state, 6) the seven aspects of enlightenment that occur on the path of seeing, and 7) the eightfold noble path that occurs on the path of cultivation. [MV 732] These factors are often represented symbolically in development stage practice. The associations between these factors and their visualized counterparts are discussed by Longchenpa in SC, pp. 84-86.
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sang nge;intense clarity;intense clarity
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'See' devoted training and definitive perfection.
nges rdzogs;Definitive Perfection;definitive perfection;'See' devoted training and definitive perfection.
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phags lam yan lag brgyad;eightfold noble path;eightfold noble path
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snang mched thob gsum;Appearance,Increase,And Attainment;appearance,increase,and attainment;''See'' three appearances.
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The teachings of the Nyingma School have been transmitted through two lineages, the distant lineage of the transmitted teachings and the close lineage of the treasures. In the former, the teachings of Mahāyoga, Anuyoga, and Atiyoga are preserved, respectively, under the headings of the ''Tantra of the Magical Web'', the ''Sūtra of the Condensed Realization'', and the Mind Class. [NS 396]
Transmitted Teachings Of The Nyingma School
rnying ma bka' ma;Transmitted Teachings Of The Nyingma School;transmitted teachings of the nyingma school;The teachings of the Nyingma School have been transmitted through two lineages, the distant lineage of the transmitted teachings and the close lineage of the treasures. In the former, the teachings of Mahāyoga, Anuyoga, and Atiyoga are preserved, respectively, under the headings of the ''Tantra of the Magical Web'', the ''Sūtra of the Condensed Realization'', and the Mind Class. [NS 396]
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Generally, three types of faith are discussed in the scholastic tradition: lucid faith, desirous faith, and the faith of conviction. The first entails a lucid frame of mind that arises in reference to the Three Jewels. The second concerns the desire to take up and reject the four truths. The third involves having conviction in the principle of karmic causality. [YD 607]
dad pa;Faith;faith;Generally, three types of faith are discussed in the scholastic tradition: lucid faith, desirous faith, and the faith of conviction. The first entails a lucid frame of mind that arises in reference to the Three Jewels. The second concerns the desire to take up and reject the four truths. The third involves having conviction in the principle of karmic causality. [YD 607]
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theg pa chen po;Great Vehicle;great vehicle
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As Jamgön Kongtrül explains, in the context of development stage practice, the seed syllable is the spiritual life-force of the yidam deity, "the unchanging nature of its respective family." [LW 14]
sa bon,yig 'bru;Seed Syllable;seed syllable;As Jamgön Kongtrül explains, in the context of development stage practice, the seed syllable is the spiritual life-force of the yidam deity, "the unchanging nature of its respective family." [LW 14]
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This absorption is the third of the three absorptions. According to Jigme Lingpa, the causal absorption purifies the consciousness present the moment one's existence is about to enter a new abode, as well as the tendency to take birth in the desire realm. [JL 221] Tenpe Nyima describes the practice of this absorption as follows: "Within a nonconceptual state, compassion will propel the mind, directing itself towards the essential nature of the mind in the form of a seed syllable, such as HūṂ or HRĪḤ. This syllable will appear vividly in the empty expanse of space, which has no foundation. The causal absorption is also known as part of 'the single seal,' 'the causal wisdom being,' 'training in the subtle syllable,' 'the illusory absorption,' and 'the unlabelled absorption.'" [KR 25]
rgyu'i ting nge 'dzin;Causal Absorption;causal absorption;This absorption is the third of the three absorptions. According to Jigme Lingpa, the causal absorption purifies the consciousness present the moment one's existence is about to enter a new abode, as well as the tendency to take birth in the desire realm. [JL 221] Tenpe Nyima describes the practice of this absorption as follows: "Within a nonconceptual state, compassion will propel the mind, directing itself towards the essential nature of the mind in the form of a seed syllable, such as HūṂ or HRĪḤ. This syllable will appear vividly in the empty expanse of space, which has no foundation. The causal absorption is also known as part of 'the single seal,' 'the causal wisdom being,' 'training in the subtle syllable,' 'the illusory absorption,' and 'the unlabelled absorption.'" [KR 25]
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To desire the attainment of complete enlightenment while focusing on the welfare of others. [TD 1869]
byang chub kyi sems;Awakened Mind;awakened mind;bodhicitta;To desire the attainment of complete enlightenment while focusing on the welfare of others. [TD 1869]
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khor gsum;Three Spheres;three spheres;Agent, act, and object. [TD 320]
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g.yo ba'i nyams;experience of movement;experience of movement
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las sbyor;activity ritual;activity ritual
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mngal skyes;Womb Birth;womb birth;''See'' four types of birth.
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According to tantric theory, all forms of birth fall into one of four categories: miraculous birth, heat-moisture birth, egg birth, and womb birth. Relating these four to the various forms of existence, Kangyur Rinpoche writes, "For animals and humans, anyone of the four types of birth is possible, while bodhisattvas, deities, hell beings, and beings in the intermediate state are born miraculously. Spirits can take birth via the womb or miraculously." [TS 257] These four, in turn, are purified via the various types of development stage practice. Tenpe Nyima explains, "Of the four types of development stage practice, those that purify egg and womb birth accord with Mahāyoga, that which purifies heat-moisture birth accords with Anuyoga, and that which purifies miraculous birth accords primarily with Atiyoga." [KR 24] In the commentaries of Jigme Lingpa and Patrul Chökyi Wangpo, these four approaches are listed as, respectively, the very extensive, very elaborate and extensive, elaborate approaches of the Mahāyoga system, the intermediate, simple approach of Anuyoga, and the concise, completely simple approach of the Atiyoga tradition. [JL 218-229]
skye gnas bzhi;Four Types of Birth;four types of birth;According to tantric theory, all forms of birth fall into one of four categories: miraculous birth, heat-moisture birth, egg birth, and womb birth. Relating these four to the various forms of existence, Kangyur Rinpoche writes, "For animals and humans, anyone of the four types of birth is possible, while bodhisattvas, deities, hell beings, and beings in the intermediate state are born miraculously. Spirits can take birth via the womb or miraculously." [TS 257] These four, in turn, are purified via the various types of development stage practice. Tenpe Nyima explains, "Of the four types of development stage practice, those that purify egg and womb birth accord with Mahāyoga, that which purifies heat-moisture birth accords with Anuyoga, and that which purifies miraculous birth accords primarily with Atiyoga." [KR 24] In the commentaries of Jigme Lingpa and Patrul Chökyi Wangpo, these four approaches are listed as, respectively, the very extensive, very elaborate and extensive, elaborate approaches of the Mahāyoga system, the intermediate, simple approach of Anuyoga, and the concise, completely simple approach of the Atiyoga tradition. [JL 218-229]
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Dual Tantra; an alternate name of Caryā Tantra.
gnyis ka rgyud;Ubhayatantra;ubhayatantra;Dual Tantra;an alternate name of Caryā Tantra.
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Vajradhara is considered the sovereign lord of all families and the teacher of the tantras. It is also said that this is the form Śākyamuni took when teaching the Secret Mantra. [TD 1439]
rdo rje 'chang;Vajradhara;Vajradhara is considered the sovereign lord of all families and the teacher of the tantras. It is also said that this is the form Śākyamuni took when teaching the Secret Mantra. [TD 1439]
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One of the ten glorious ornaments. [TN 85]
ye shes kyi me dpung;Fire of Wisdom;fire of wisdom;One of the ten glorious ornaments. [TN 85]
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'phrin las rnam pa bzhi;four enlightened activities;four enlightened activities
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chos nyid;reality,reality itself;reality,reality itself
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This is one method of developing the visualization of a deity. First, a seat is visualized, comprising a lotus, sun disc, and so forth. Upon this seat appears the seed syllable of the deity, from which the symbolic implement arises, marked with the seed syllable. Finally, this transforms into the complete form of the deity. [TD 822] According to Jamgön Kongtrül, this is one of the three most important forms of visualization, along with the five manifestations of enlightenment and the four vajras. [TK 3, 208]
rdo rje cho ga gsum;Ritual of the Three Vajras;ritual of the three vajras;This is one method of developing the visualization of a deity. First, a seat is visualized, comprising a lotus, sun disc, and so forth. Upon this seat appears the seed syllable of the deity, from which the symbolic implement arises, marked with the seed syllable. Finally, this transforms into the complete form of the deity. [TD 822] According to Jamgön Kongtrül, this is one of the three most important forms of visualization, along with the five manifestations of enlightenment and the four vajras. [TK 3, 208]
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1) The character or nature of something; 2) the empty nature. [TD 836]
chos nyid;Reality;reality;dharmatā;1) The character or nature of something;2) the empty nature. [TD 836]
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As a symbolic representation used in development stage practice, blood is often visualized filling a skull cup, representing the conquering of the four demons. [KR 51].
khrag;Rakta;As a symbolic representation used in development stage practice, blood is often visualized filling a skull cup, representing the conquering of the four demons. [KR 51].
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brtan pa'i tshad bzhi;Four Measures of Stability;four measures of stability;''See'' eight measures of clarity and stability.
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byug pa'i rdzas gsum;three smeared things;three smeared things
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nang rgyud;Inner Tantras;inner tantras;''See'' three inner tantras.
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rang byung;naturally existing;naturally existing
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As one of the three vajras, the vajra body is the kāya of indivisible appearance and emptiness - the purification of ordinary form. [TD 122]
sku rdo rje;Vajra Body;vajra body;As one of the three vajras, the vajra body is the kāya of indivisible appearance and emptiness - the purification of ordinary form. [TD 122]
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Medicine is one of the primary offerings found in the Secret Mantra Tradition, where, along with torma and rakta, it is one of the inner offerings. In this context, medicine takes the form of "nectar that dispels the demon of dualistic thinking," which, as Getse Mahāpaṇḍita explains, symbolizes "the realization that all phenomena are equality, beyond acceptance or rejection." [CG 62]
sman;Medicine;medicine;Medicine is one of the primary offerings found in the Secret Mantra Tradition, where, along with torma and rakta, it is one of the inner offerings. In this context, medicine takes the form of "nectar that dispels the demon of dualistic thinking," which, as Getse Mahāpaṇḍita explains, symbolizes "the realization that all phenomena are equality, beyond acceptance or rejection." [CG 62]
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ye shes mtsho rgyal;Yeshe Tsogyal;yeshe tsogyal
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bskyed rim;development stage;development stage
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sna mchong;cluster ornament;cluster ornament
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Along with the path of liberation, this is one of two approaches to practice found in the Anuttarayoga Tantras. Ju Mipham explains, "In this phase of practice, one relies primarily upon certain activities to force the arising of one's innate wisdom. This results in the swift attainment of the fruition. To be more specific, one practices by relying upon the six cakras to enact a process of blazing and melting. This, in turn, generates the wisdom of bliss." [ON 419] The various practices associated with this path are found in the tantras of both the Nyingma School and the New Schools. Listing the practices found in the tantras of the New Schools, Jamgön Kongtrül writes, "The various classifications of subtle energies and the instructions on illusory body and luminosity are treated extensively and clearly in the ''Guhyasamaja Tantra'' and other Father Tantras. The classifications of energetic channels and essences, on the other hand, as well as the practices of yogic heat and karma mudra training, are treated clearly in Mother Tantras, cycles such as those of Hevajra and Cakrasaṃvara. The ''Vajrayoginī'' and ''Saṃvarodaya Tantras'' teach the trainings of dream practice and intermediate state, while transference is taught in the ''Samatā'' and ''Caturpīṭhamahāyoginī Tantras''. In particular, the classifications of the channels, energies, and essences and the various practices, including those of yogic heat and karma mudrā, are taught in great detail and very clearly in the nondual ''Kalacakra Root Tantra'' and its three main commentaries [including the famed ''Vimalaprabhā'']." [TK 4, 29] Patrul Rinpoche singles out the ''Tantra of the Perfect Secret'' and the ''Heruka Galpo Tantra'' as sources for these practices in the Nyingma School. [LT 472]
thabs lam;Path of Skillful Means;path of skillful means;Along with the path of liberation, this is one of two approaches to practice found in the Anuttarayoga Tantras. Ju Mipham explains, "In this phase of practice, one relies primarily upon certain activities to force the arising of one's innate wisdom. This results in the swift attainment of the fruition. To be more specific, one practices by relying upon the six cakras to enact a process of blazing and melting. This, in turn, generates the wisdom of bliss." [ON 419] The various practices associated with this path are found in the tantras of both the Nyingma School and the New Schools. Listing the practices found in the tantras of the New Schools, Jamgön Kongtrül writes, "The various classifications of subtle energies and the instructions on illusory body and luminosity are treated extensively and clearly in the ''Guhyasamaja Tantra'' and other Father Tantras. The classifications of energetic channels and essences, on the other hand, as well as the practices of yogic heat and karma mudra training, are treated clearly in Mother Tantras, cycles such as those of Hevajra and Cakrasaṃvara. The ''Vajrayoginī'' and ''Saṃvarodaya Tantras'' teach the trainings of dream practice and intermediate state, while transference is taught in the ''Samatā'' and ''Caturpīṭhamahāyoginī Tantras''. In particular, the classifications of the channels, energies, and essences and the various practices, including those of yogic heat and karma mudrā, are taught in great detail and very clearly in the nondual ''Kalacakra Root Tantra'' and its three main commentaries [including the famed ''Vimalaprabhā'']." [TK 4, 29] Patrul Rinpoche singles out the ''Tantra of the Perfect Secret'' and the ''Heruka Galpo Tantra'' as sources for these practices in the Nyingma School. [LT 472]
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gsang sngags kyi theg pa;Secret Mantra Vehicle;secret mantra vehicle
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''See'' individual entries for vajra body, vajra speech, and vajra mind.
rdo rje gsum;Three Vajras;three vajras;''See'' individual entries for vajra body, vajra speech, and vajra mind.
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Knowledge is the factor that focuses on a specific entity, examines this object, and is then able to distinguish its essence and individual features, its general and specific characteristics, and whether it should be taken up or abandoned. Once perfected, it functions to dispel doubt. Knowledge is synonymous with the terms complete awareness, complete understanding, awakening, thorough analysis, thorough understanding, confidence, intelligence, mental functioning, and clear realization. [TD 2863]
shes rab;Knowledge;knowledge;prajñā;Knowledge is the factor that focuses on a specific entity, examines this object, and is then able to distinguish its essence and individual features, its general and specific characteristics, and whether it should be taken up or abandoned. Once perfected, it functions to dispel doubt. Knowledge is synonymous with the terms complete awareness, complete understanding, awakening, thorough analysis, thorough understanding, confidence, intelligence, mental functioning, and clear realization. [TD 2863]
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rang bzhin ye shes kyi 'khor lo;cakra of natural wisdom;cakra of natural wisdom
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srog sdom gzer bzhi;four stakes that bind the life-force;four stakes that bind the life-force
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rnal 'byor gyi rgyud;Yoga Tantra;yoga tantra
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[Lit. "One Gone to Bliss"] - An alternate term for the buddhas who, by relying upon the path of bliss - the Bodhisattva Vehicle - progress to the blissful fruition, the state of perfect buddhahood. [TD 1368]
bde bar gshegs pa;Sugata;[Lit. "One Gone to Bliss"] - An alternate term for the buddhas who, by relying upon the path of bliss - the Bodhisattva Vehicle - progress to the blissful fruition, the state of perfect buddhahood. [TD 1368]
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Anuyoga is the eighth of the nine vehicles found in the Nyingma tradition. To enter this system one first receives the thirty-six supreme empowerments: the ten outer empowerments, eleven inner empowerments, thirteen practice empowerments, and two secret empowerments. Next, one trains in the Anuyoga view until one has come to a definitive understanding concerning the essence of the threefold maṇḍala of Samantabhadra. In the meditative system of this tradition, one practices the paths of liberation and skillful means. The former involves settling in a nonconceptual state in accordance with reality or, in accordance with letters, reciting mantras to visualize the maṇḍala of deities. The latter entails arousing coemergent wisdom by relying upon the upper and lower gates. In terms of conduct, one understands all appearances and mental events to be the play of the wisdom of great bliss and, with this understanding, uses the proximate cause of being beyond acceptance and rejection to attain the fruition. Here, the fruition involves the five yogas (which are in essence the five paths), the completion of the ten levels, and the attainment of the state of Samantabhadra. [TD 3120]
rjes su rnal 'byor;Anuyoga;anuyoga;Anuyoga;Anuyoga is the eighth of the nine vehicles found in the Nyingma tradition. To enter this system one first receives the thirty-six supreme empowerments: the ten outer empowerments, eleven inner empowerments, thirteen practice empowerments, and two secret empowerments. Next, one trains in the Anuyoga view until one has come to a definitive understanding concerning the essence of the threefold maṇḍala of Samantabhadra. In the meditative system of this tradition, one practices the paths of liberation and skillful means. The former involves settling in a nonconceptual state in accordance with reality or, in accordance with letters, reciting mantras to visualize the maṇḍala of deities. The latter entails arousing coemergent wisdom by relying upon the upper and lower gates. In terms of conduct, one understands all appearances and mental events to be the play of the wisdom of great bliss and, with this understanding, uses the proximate cause of being beyond acceptance and rejection to attain the fruition. Here, the fruition involves the five yogas (which are in essence the five paths), the completion of the ten levels, and the attainment of the state of Samantabhadra. [TD 3120]
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The stake of absorption, the stake of the essence mantra, the stake of unchanging realization, and the stake of projection and absorption. k Tenpe Nyima explains, "All key points of the Vajrayana path of Secret Mantra are included in these four." [KR 59] Explaining further, Khenpo Ngaga writes, "It is traditionally said that these four stakes bring together our own ordinary body, speech, mind, and actions with the enlightened form, speech, mind, and activities of the wisdom deity. They are like stakes that bind these together ... In other words, these key instructions on the four stakes that bind the life-force purify the three gates and actions, which seem to be obscured from the perspective of the way things appear. Consequently, enlightened form, speech, mind, and activities - the way things really are - actually manifest. This is why these four are necessary." [ST 29]
srog sdom gzer bzhi;Four Stakes That Bind the Life-Force;four stakes that bind the life-force;The stake of absorption, the stake of the essence mantra, the stake of unchanging realization, and the stake of projection and absorption. k Tenpe Nyima explains, "All key points of the Vajrayana path of Secret Mantra are included in these four." [KR 59] Explaining further, Khenpo Ngaga writes, "It is traditionally said that these four stakes bring together our own ordinary body, speech, mind, and actions with the enlightened form, speech, mind, and activities of the wisdom deity. They are like stakes that bind these together ... In other words, these key instructions on the four stakes that bind the life-force purify the three gates and actions, which seem to be obscured from the perspective of the way things appear. Consequently, enlightened form, speech, mind, and activities - the way things really are - actually manifest. This is why these four are necessary." [ST 29]
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zhi ba'i tshul dgu;nine traits of peaceful [deities];nine traits of peaceful [deities]
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The form of one's particular yidam deity with all its marks and signs vivid and complete. [CG 44]
bras bu'i rdo rje 'dzin pa;Resultant Vajra-Holder;resultant vajra-holder;The form of one's particular yidam deity with all its marks and signs vivid and complete. [CG 44]
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The Zur tradition is one of the three most prominent sublineages in the Transmitted Teachings of the Nyingma School. Citing the importance of the lineages of Nyak Jñānakumāra, Nup Chen Sangye Yeshe, and Zur Shakya Jungne in the early history of the Nyingma tradition, Dudjom Rinpoche notes that the Nyingma teachings "fell first to Nyak, fell to Nup during the intermediate period, and fell to Zur in the end." [NS 599] This lineage of masters is also known for developing some of the most unique and enduring interpretations of Buddhist scripture, especially concerning the textual lineage of the ''Tantra of the Secret Essence''. An extensive discussion of this lineage can be found in NS, pp. 617-649.
zur lugs;Zur Tradition;zur tradition;The Zur tradition is one of the three most prominent sublineages in the Transmitted Teachings of the Nyingma School. Citing the importance of the lineages of Nyak Jñānakumāra, Nup Chen Sangye Yeshe, and Zur Shakya Jungne in the early history of the Nyingma tradition, Dudjom Rinpoche notes that the Nyingma teachings "fell first to Nyak, fell to Nup during the intermediate period, and fell to Zur in the end." [NS 599] This lineage of masters is also known for developing some of the most unique and enduring interpretations of Buddhist scripture, especially concerning the textual lineage of the ''Tantra of the Secret Essence''. An extensive discussion of this lineage can be found in NS, pp. 617-649.
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One division of the forms (or kāyas) of buddhahood. This refers specifically to the form of ultimate basic space, which possesses a twofold purity. [TD 663]
ngo bo nyid kyi sku;Svābhāvikakāya;One division of the forms (or kāyas) of buddhahood. This refers specifically to the form of ultimate basic space, which possesses a twofold purity. [TD 663]
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'''All-Accomplishing Wisdom''' (''bya grub ye shes'') - Quoting the ''Sūtra of the Levels of Buddhahood'', Jigme Lingpa explains, "This form of wisdom is exemplified by the physical, verbal, and mental acts that are carried out by sentient beings. All-accomplishing wisdom is similar to this, as it involves the enlightened body, speech, and mind spontaneously accomplishing the welfare of sentient beings." [YT 431]
bya grub ye shes;All-Accomplishing Wisdom;all-accomplishing wisdom;'''All-Accomplishing Wisdom''' (''bya grub ye shes'') - Quoting the ''Sūtra of the Levels of Buddhahood'', Jigme Lingpa explains, "This form of wisdom is exemplified by the physical, verbal, and mental acts that are carried out by sentient beings. All-accomplishing wisdom is similar to this, as it involves the enlightened body, speech, and mind spontaneously accomplishing the welfare of sentient beings." [YT 431]
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rdo rje'i eva ba;vajra fence;vajra fence
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mgal me 'khor ba;spinning firebrand;spinning firebrand
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zung 'jug gi sku;unified form;unified form
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Jamgön Kongtrul explains this term as follows: "All of saṃsāra and nirvāṇa are said to be, by nature, energy. There are two forms of energy: karmic energy and wisdom energy. The former consists of two further divisions, the conceptual and the indivisible. Conceptual karmic energy includes the energies of ignorance, attachment, and aggression; this aspect is what must be eliminated. The second form of karmic energy consists of antidotes that cut the continuity of this conceptuality. This includes more authentic concepts, such as the belief in selflessness. Together, these two are referred to as 'karmic energy.'" [TK 3, 45]
las kyi rlung;Karmic Energy;karmic energy;Jamgön Kongtrul explains this term as follows: "All of saṃsāra and nirvāṇa are said to be, by nature, energy. There are two forms of energy: karmic energy and wisdom energy. The former consists of two further divisions, the conceptual and the indivisible. Conceptual karmic energy includes the energies of ignorance, attachment, and aggression;this aspect is what must be eliminated. The second form of karmic energy consists of antidotes that cut the continuity of this conceptuality. This includes more authentic concepts, such as the belief in selflessness. Together, these two are referred to as 'karmic energy.'" [TK 3, 45]
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Along with clear apearance and the recollection of purity, this is one of three key elements in the practice of the development stage. Tenpe Nyima writes, "With stable pride, the deity one is meditating on is not seen as just an image that appears to the mind. Instead, the appearance of the deity is recognized to be none other than the meditator's very own mind. Without any sense of fixation, one thinks, 'I myself am the yidam deity.' By practicing in this way, obstacles will have no effect and ego-fixation will be destroyed." [KR 49] ''See also'' clarity, purity, and pride.
nga rgyal brtan pa;Stable Pride;stable pride;Along with clear apearance and the recollection of purity, this is one of three key elements in the practice of the development stage. Tenpe Nyima writes, "With stable pride, the deity one is meditating on is not seen as just an image that appears to the mind. Instead, the appearance of the deity is recognized to be none other than the meditator's very own mind. Without any sense of fixation, one thinks, 'I myself am the yidam deity.' By practicing in this way, obstacles will have no effect and ego-fixation will be destroyed." [KR 49] ''See also'' clarity, purity, and pride.
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A type of mantra in which bliss-emptiness manifests in the form of syllables, bringing the attainment of the divine form and vajra speech. [TD 2507]
gzungs sngags;Dhāraṇī Mantra;A type of mantra in which bliss-emptiness manifests in the form of syllables, bringing the attainment of the divine form and vajra speech. [TD 2507]
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To eliminate certain flaws that can occur in development stage practice, peaceful deities should be visualized as being soft, well proportioned, firm, supple, youthful, clear, radiant, attractive, and possessing an intense presence. [JL 233] In ''Notes on the Development Stage'', Tenpe Nyima equates these nine traits with, respectively: 1) the purification of pride, 2) the purification of anger, 3) the purification of desire, 4) the purification of envy, 5) the purification of stupidity, 6) the elimination of ignorance, 7) the unfolding of wisdom, 8) the complete presence of the marks and signs of enlightenment, and 9) superior qualities. "The first five," he writes, "are essential qualities, while the latter four are qualities related to [particular] attributes." [KR 43]
zhi ba'i tshul dgu;Nine Traits Of Peaceful Deities;nine traits of peaceful deities;To eliminate certain flaws that can occur in development stage practice, peaceful deities should be visualized as being soft, well proportioned, firm, supple, youthful, clear, radiant, attractive, and possessing an intense presence. [JL 233] In ''Notes on the Development Stage'', Tenpe Nyima equates these nine traits with, respectively: 1) the purification of pride, 2) the purification of anger, 3) the purification of desire, 4) the purification of envy, 5) the purification of stupidity, 6) the elimination of ignorance, 7) the unfolding of wisdom, 8) the complete presence of the marks and signs of enlightenment, and 9) superior qualities. "The first five," he writes, "are essential qualities, while the latter four are qualities related to [particular] attributes." [KR 43]
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'phrin las;enlightened activity;enlightened activity
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rin po che'i rig'dzin;jewel knowledge holder;jewel knowledge holder
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zhi rgyas dbang drag;pacifying,enriching,magnetizing,wrathful;pacifying,enriching,magnetizing,wrathful
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The state of buddhahood, in which both the afflictive and cognitive obscurations have been purified. [TD 1237]
dag pa gnyis;Twofold Purity;twofold purity;The state of buddhahood, in which both the afflictive and cognitive obscurations have been purified. [TD 1237]
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gnas lung;transmission of place;transmission of place
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Tantric practice is divided into two phases, the development stage and the completion stage. Lochen Dharmaśrī explains, "To summarize, the development stage involves transforming impure appearances into pure ones and meditating on the mandala circle. In the completion stage, the aim is to realize the wisdom of bliss-emptiness." The latter, he continues, can be divided further into two approaches, the conceptual completion stage and nonconceptual completion stage. He writes, "In this stage, one either meditates conceptually on the energies, channels, and essences, or nonconceptually by absorbing oneself in reality." [SD 325] Ju Mipham summarizes this phase as follows, ''All the various forms of completion stage practice bring about the manifest appearance of pure wisdom by bringing the karmic energies into the central channel, though this may be brought about either directly or indirectly.'' [ON 417]
rdzogs rim;Completion Stage;completion stage;Tantric practice is divided into two phases, the development stage and the completion stage. Lochen Dharmaśrī explains, "To summarize, the development stage involves transforming impure appearances into pure ones and meditating on the mandala circle. In the completion stage, the aim is to realize the wisdom of bliss-emptiness." The latter, he continues, can be divided further into two approaches, the conceptual completion stage and nonconceptual completion stage. He writes, "In this stage, one either meditates conceptually on the energies, channels, and essences, or nonconceptually by absorbing oneself in reality." [SD 325] Ju Mipham summarizes this phase as follows, ''All the various forms of completion stage practice bring about the manifest appearance of pure wisdom by bringing the karmic energies into the central channel, though this may be brought about either directly or indirectly.'' [ON 417]
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The dissolution stage is the part of the development stage in which the entire visualization successively dissolves, to the point where nothing remains and the practitioner rests in a state of empty awareness for as long as possible. The primary function of this phase is to purify clinging to confused perceptions as being real. [LW 135]
bsdu rim;Dissolution Stage;dissolution stage;The dissolution stage is the part of the development stage in which the entire visualization successively dissolves, to the point where nothing remains and the practitioner rests in a state of empty awareness for as long as possible. The primary function of this phase is to purify clinging to confused perceptions as being real. [LW 135]
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An alternate term for the Vajra Vehicle; Ju Mipham explains, "This vehicle is referred to as such because the essential fruition is seen to be present within the very ground, whereas in other systems it is believed to be something that must be attained. Hence, in this system the fruition is taken as the path in the present moment." [KG 40]
bras but theg pa;Fruition Vehicle;fruition vehicle;An alternate term for the Vajra Vehicle;Ju Mipham explains, "This vehicle is referred to as such because the essential fruition is seen to be present within the very ground, whereas in other systems it is believed to be something that must be attained. Hence, in this system the fruition is taken as the path in the present moment." [KG 40]
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ral gri'i rig 'dzin;sword knowledge holder;sword knowledge holder
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Inborn knowing; the empty and dear awareness that is naturally present within the mind streams of all sentient beings. [TD 2593]
ye shes;Wisdom;wisdom;Inborn knowing;the empty and dear awareness that is naturally present within the mind streams of all sentient beings. [TD 2593]
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byang chub kyi yan lag bdun;seven factors of enlightenment;seven factors of enlightenment
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The innate potential or strength present in the various qualities of the path of the noble ones. [TD 1885]
byin rlabs;Blessings;blessings;The innate potential or strength present in the various qualities of the path of the noble ones. [TD 1885]
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drod gsher skyes;Heat-Moisture Birth;heat-moisture birth;''See'' four types of birth.
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sgom lam;path of cultivation;path of cultivation
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dag rdzogs smin gsum;purification,perfection,and maturation;purification,perfection,and maturation
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One of the four stakes that bind the life-force; Tenpe Nyima explains, "As for the stake of unchanging realization, whether in terms of deity or mantra, you should be present to the nature of the practice, which transcends the intellect. This refers to reality itself, in which all forms of dualistic fixation are inherently enlightened as the maṇḍala of vajra space - pure equality." This stake is the essence of the other three. "For this reason," he writes, "binding its essence is of the utmost importance." [KR 57-59]
dgongs pa mi 'gyur ba'i gzer;Stake of Unchanging Realization;stake of unchanging realization;One of the four stakes that bind the life-force;Tenpe Nyima explains, "As for the stake of unchanging realization, whether in terms of deity or mantra, you should be present to the nature of the practice, which transcends the intellect. This refers to reality itself, in which all forms of dualistic fixation are inherently enlightened as the maṇḍala of vajra space - pure equality." This stake is the essence of the other three. "For this reason," he writes, "binding its essence is of the utmost importance." [KR 57-59]
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This appellation is applied most commonly to the Sakya, Kagyu, and Gelug traditions. More specifically, it refers to those who uphold the Secret Mantra tantras that were brought to Tibet in the period that began with the work of the great translator Rinchen Zangpo. [TD 3008] ''See also'' Nyingma School.
gsar ma;New Schools;new schools;This appellation is applied most commonly to the Sakya, Kagyu, and Gelug traditions. More specifically, it refers to those who uphold the Secret Mantra tantras that were brought to Tibet in the period that began with the work of the great translator Rinchen Zangpo. [TD 3008] ''See also'' Nyingma School.
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In the tradition of practical instructions, it is said that there are five experiential stages that occur during the practice of calm abiding. First is the experience of movement, which is likened to a waterfall cascading off a cliff. Second is the experience of familiarity, which is similar to a river winding through a narrow ravine. Third is the experience of attainment, which is exemplified by a gently flowing stream. Fourth is the experience of stability, which is like a wave-free ocean. Fifth is the experience of perfection, in which one is able to rest in a state of lucid clarity, unmoved by any circumstances. This final stage is likened to the flame of a candle that is undisturbed by the wind. [TK 3, 172]
nyams lnga;Five Meditative Experiences;five meditative experiences;In the tradition of practical instructions, it is said that there are five experiential stages that occur during the practice of calm abiding. First is the experience of movement, which is likened to a waterfall cascading off a cliff. Second is the experience of familiarity, which is similar to a river winding through a narrow ravine. Third is the experience of attainment, which is exemplified by a gently flowing stream. Fourth is the experience of stability, which is like a wave-free ocean. Fifth is the experience of perfection, in which one is able to rest in a state of lucid clarity, unmoved by any circumstances. This final stage is likened to the flame of a candle that is undisturbed by the wind. [TK 3, 172]
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''See'' purification, perfection, and maturation.
rdzogs pa;Perfection;perfection;''See'' purification, perfection, and maturation.
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dpe'i ye shes;symbolic wisdom;symbolic wisdom
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Along with the vows of individual liberation found in the Lesser Vehicle and the bodhisattva precepts of the Great Vehicle, the samaya vows are one of three sets of vows that form the basis for Buddhist practice. These are the vows associated specifically with the Vajrayāna. Jamgön Kongtrül explains, "The word ''samaya'' means 'pledged commitment,' 'oath,' 'precept,' etc. Hence, this refers to a vajra promise or samaya because one is not to transgress what has been pledged. Samaya vows involve both benefit and risk because, if kept, samaya vows become the foundation for all the trainings of Mantra. If not kept, however, all the trainings become futile." There are innumerable divisions of the samaya vows found in the various tantras. At the most fundamental level, however, one pledges to continually maintain the view of the enlightened body, speech, and mind of the buddhas. [LW 46]
dam tshig;Samaya vow;samaya vow;Along with the vows of individual liberation found in the Lesser Vehicle and the bodhisattva precepts of the Great Vehicle, the samaya vows are one of three sets of vows that form the basis for Buddhist practice. These are the vows associated specifically with the Vajrayāna. Jamgön Kongtrül explains, "The word ''samaya'' means 'pledged commitment,' 'oath,' 'precept,' etc. Hence, this refers to a vajra promise or samaya because one is not to transgress what has been pledged. Samaya vows involve both benefit and risk because, if kept, samaya vows become the foundation for all the trainings of Mantra. If not kept, however, all the trainings become futile." There are innumerable divisions of the samaya vows found in the various tantras. At the most fundamental level, however, one pledges to continually maintain the view of the enlightened body, speech, and mind of the buddhas. [LW 46]
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Three great masters of the Nyingma School that form the source of the lineage of the Transmitted Teachings of the Nyingma School, the Secret Mantra of the Nyingma School of the Early Translations; the names of these three masters are ''So'' Yeshe Wangchuk, ''Zur'' Shakya Jungne, and ''Nup'' Chen Sangye Yeshe. [TD 2957]
so zur gnubs;So,Zur,and Nup;so,zur,and nup;So,Zur,and Nup;so,zur,and nup;Three great masters of the Nyingma School that form the source of the lineage of the Transmitted Teachings of the Nyingma School, the Secret Mantra of the Nyingma School of the Early Translations;the names of these three masters are ''So'' Yeshe Wangchuk, ''Zur'' Shakya Jungne, and ''Nup'' Chen Sangye Yeshe. [TD 2957]
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The secret consort of a guru; the female embodiment of knowledge (''rig ma'') that a yogi of the Mantra tradition practices with. [TD 1733]
phyag rgya ma;Feminine Seal;feminine seal;The secret consort of a guru;the female embodiment of knowledge (''rig ma'') that a yogi of the Mantra tradition practices with. [TD 1733]
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nga rgyal;Pride;pride;''See'' stable pride.
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rdo rje sems dpa';Vajrasattva;vajrasattva
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This tradition, which consists of nine vehicles, is also referred to as the Secret Mantra School of the Early Translations. The teachings of this school were first translated into Tibetan during the reign of King Trisong Deutsen and were then spread by the master Padmasambhava and his followers. [TD 992]
rnying mal lugs;Nyingma School;nyingma school;This tradition, which consists of nine vehicles, is also referred to as the Secret Mantra School of the Early Translations. The teachings of this school were first translated into Tibetan during the reign of King Trisong Deutsen and were then spread by the master Padmasambhava and his followers. [TD 992]
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spyod rgyud;Performance Tantra;performance tantra
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One of the five kāyas; when classified into two forms, the state of buddhahood is divided into dharmakāya and rūpakāya (the form of reality and the embodied form). Dharmakāya is the actualization of what, for one's own benefit, results from the culmination of abandonment and realization. [TD 829] Explaining further, Padmasambhava writes, "The dharmakāya is the unfabricated innate nature - a profound naturalness, beyond arising and ceasing and devoid of constructs." [DE 190]
chos sku;Dharmakāya;One of the five kāyas;when classified into two forms, the state of buddhahood is divided into dharmakāya and rūpakāya (the form of reality and the embodied form). Dharmakāya is the actualization of what, for one's own benefit, results from the culmination of abandonment and realization. [TD 829] Explaining further, Padmasambhava writes, "The dharmakāya is the unfabricated innate nature - a profound naturalness, beyond arising and ceasing and devoid of constructs." [DE 190]
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This term is commonly used in reference to conceptual completion stage practice, where it relates to the movement of energy in the subtle body and the subsequent experience of bliss that follows. [TK 4, 36]
zhu bde;Blissful Melting;blissful melting;This term is commonly used in reference to conceptual completion stage practice, where it relates to the movement of energy in the subtle body and the subsequent experience of bliss that follows. [TK 4, 36]
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bung ba tshang zhig pa;broken beehive;broken beehive
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gsal dag brtan;clarity,purity,and stability;clarity,purity,and stability
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gsal brtan tshad brgyad;Eight Measures of Clarity and Stability;eight measures of clarity and stability
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Nyingma School of the Early Translations
snga 'gyur rnying ma;Nyingma School of the Early Translations;nyingma school of the early translations
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A factor that upsets or disturbs the mind and body and produces fatigue. [TD 971]
nyon mongs pa;Affliction;affliction;A factor that upsets or disturbs the mind and body and produces fatigue. [TD 971]
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An extensive approach to development stage practice found in the Mother Tantras. According to Jamgön Kongtrül, the five manifestations of enlightenment are presented differently in the various tantric lineages. There are, however, certain elements common to these different approaches. The following presentation from the ''Hevajra Tantra'' mirrors Jigme Lingpa's description translated in this book. Kongtrül writes, "Developing the five manifestations of enlightenment involves the following. On top of the lotus and other elements that make up the throne, visualize that a moon disc comes out of ''ali'' and a sun disc out of ''kali''. Resting on the center of these is a symbolic implement marked by a seed syllable. Light radiates out from this implement. Gathering back in, it coalesces into the complete form of the deity. This is what is referred to as 'the five manifestations of enlightenment.' From the moon comes mirrorlike wisdom; from the sun, the wisdom of equality; from the seed and implement, discerning wisdom; from the coalescing of all these factors, all-accomplishing wisdom; and from the complete form of the deity, the wisdom of the basic space of phenomena. This is based on the explanation of the ''Hevajra Tantra''." [TK 3, 208]
mngon byang lnga;Five Manifestations of Enlightenment;five manifestations of enlightenment;An extensive approach to development stage practice found in the Mother Tantras. According to Jamgön Kongtrül, the five manifestations of enlightenment are presented differently in the various tantric lineages. There are, however, certain elements common to these different approaches. The following presentation from the ''Hevajra Tantra'' mirrors Jigme Lingpa's description translated in this book. Kongtrül writes, "Developing the five manifestations of enlightenment involves the following. On top of the lotus and other elements that make up the throne, visualize that a moon disc comes out of ''ali'' and a sun disc out of ''kali''. Resting on the center of these is a symbolic implement marked by a seed syllable. Light radiates out from this implement. Gathering back in, it coalesces into the complete form of the deity. This is what is referred to as 'the five manifestations of enlightenment.' From the moon comes mirrorlike wisdom;from the sun, the wisdom of equality;from the seed and implement, discerning wisdom;from the coalescing of all these factors, all-accomplishing wisdom;and from the complete form of the deity, the wisdom of the basic space of phenomena. This is based on the explanation of the ''Hevajra Tantra''." [TK 3, 208]
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rdo rje'i gshog pa;vajra swing;vajra swing
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1) generosity, 2) discipline, 3) patience, 4) diligence, 5) meditative absorption, and 6) knowledge. [TD 1698]
pha rol tu phyin pa drug;Six Perfections;six perfections;saṭpāramitā;1) generosity, 2) discipline, 3) patience, 4) diligence, 5) meditative absorption, and 6) knowledge. [TD 1698]
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There are ten experiential signs that mark one's progress in tantric practice. Longchenpa explains, "There are ten signs that herald the basic space and wisdom becoming of one taste, which occurs once the energetic-mind enters the central channel. These ten are: 1) smoke, 2) mirages, 3) clouds, 4) fireflies, 5-6) the sun and moon, 7) blazing jewels, 8) eclipses, 9) hairs, and 10) the appearance of lights. These ten are presented slightly differently in other traditions." [MS 157]
rtags bcu;Ten Signs;ten signs;There are ten experiential signs that mark one's progress in tantric practice. Longchenpa explains, "There are ten signs that herald the basic space and wisdom becoming of one taste, which occurs once the energetic-mind enters the central channel. These ten are: 1) smoke, 2) mirages, 3) clouds, 4) fireflies, 5-6) the sun and moon, 7) blazing jewels, 8) eclipses, 9) hairs, and 10) the appearance of lights. These ten are presented slightly differently in other traditions." [MS 157]
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oṃ svabhāva śuddhaḥ sarvadharmāḥ svabhāva haṃ; This mantra is commonly used at the outset of development stage practice to dissolve all phenomena into emptiness (prior to developing the visualization). Tsele Natsok Rangdröl explains, "One begins the development stage with purifying into emptiness by means of the svabhāva mantra. This mantra is meant to remind the practitioner of the essence of emptiness, the original natural state of all phenomena ... It is precisely the natural expression of this emptiness, the magical display of its unceasing cognizant quality, that emanates and manifests in the form of a celestial palace and various types of deities." [EM 88]
shu nya ta'i sngags;Svabhāva Mantra;oṃ svabhāva śuddhaḥ sarvadharmāḥ svabhāva haṃ;This mantra is commonly used at the outset of development stage practice to dissolve all phenomena into emptiness (prior to developing the visualization). Tsele Natsok Rangdröl explains, "One begins the development stage with purifying into emptiness by means of the svabhāva mantra. This mantra is meant to remind the practitioner of the essence of emptiness, the original natural state of all phenomena ... It is precisely the natural expression of this emptiness, the magical display of its unceasing cognizant quality, that emanates and manifests in the form of a celestial palace and various types of deities." [EM 88]
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The Father Tantra emphasizes both the methods of the development stage and the energetic practices of the completion stage. In the New Schools, the Father Tantra includes the five stages of the ''Guhyasamāja Tantra''. [ST 6] In the Nyingma tradition, Father Tantra is equated with Mahāyoga, the seventh of the nine vehicles. [DZ 24]
pha rgyud;Father Tantra;father tantra;The Father Tantra emphasizes both the methods of the development stage and the energetic practices of the completion stage. In the New Schools, the Father Tantra includes the five stages of the ''Guhyasamāja Tantra''. [ST 6] In the Nyingma tradition, Father Tantra is equated with Mahāyoga, the seventh of the nine vehicles. [DZ 24]
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sbyang gzhi;basis of purification;basis of purification
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bras bu;Fruition;fruition;''See'' view, meditation, conduct, and fruition.
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rdzogs chen;Dzogchen;dzogchen;'See' Great Perfection.
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Explaining the meaning of this term, Ju Mipham writes, "''Maṇḍa'' means 'essence' or 'pith,' while ''la'' has the sense of 'to take' or 'grasp.' Hence, together this term means ''that which forms the basis for grasping essential qualities''. Alternately, when this word is translated literally as a whole, it means ''that which is wholely spherical and entirely surrounds''." Concerning the various types of maṇḍala, Mipham continues, "There are three types of maṇḍala, those of the ground, path, and fruition. The ''natural maṇḍala of the ground of being'' refers to the universe and its inhabitants being primordially present as divinities, both in terms of the support and supported ... In terms of the path, there is the ''maṇḍala of meditation'', of which there are the two forms: the symbolic maṇḍala (such as paintings, lines, arrangements, and those made from colored powder) and the true maṇḍala that is represented by these forms (enlightened body, speech, and mind). The ''maṇḍala of the ultimate fruition'' is composed of the kāyas and wisdoms that occur once the path has been completely traversed and one has attained the state of Samantabhadra." [ON 494]
dkyil 'khor;Maṇḍala;Explaining the meaning of this term, Ju Mipham writes, "''Maṇḍa'' means 'essence' or 'pith,' while ''la'' has the sense of 'to take' or 'grasp.' Hence, together this term means ''that which forms the basis for grasping essential qualities''. Alternately, when this word is translated literally as a whole, it means ''that which is wholely spherical and entirely surrounds''." Concerning the various types of maṇḍala, Mipham continues, "There are three types of maṇḍala, those of the ground, path, and fruition. The ''natural maṇḍala of the ground of being'' refers to the universe and its inhabitants being primordially present as divinities, both in terms of the support and supported ... In terms of the path, there is the ''maṇḍala of meditation'', of which there are the two forms: the symbolic maṇḍala (such as paintings, lines, arrangements, and those made from colored powder) and the true maṇḍala that is represented by these forms (enlightened body, speech, and mind). The ''maṇḍala of the ultimate fruition'' is composed of the kāyas and wisdoms that occur once the path has been completely traversed and one has attained the state of Samantabhadra." [ON 494]
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A yidam deity associated with the principle of enlightened qualities from the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings.
rdo rje bdud rtsi;Vajrāmṛta;A yidam deity associated with the principle of enlightened qualities from the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings.
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mngon rtogs;practice manual;practice manual
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According to Jigme Lingpa, the four manifestations of enlightenment comprise an approach to development stage meditation unique to the ''Heruka Galpo Tantra'', in contrast to the more well-known five manifestations of enlightenment. These four are: 1) emptiness and the awakened mind, 2) the seed syllable, 3) the complete form of the deity, and 4) the placement of the seed syllable. [YT 375]
mngon byang bzhi;Four Manifestations of Enlightenment;four manifestations of enlightenment;According to Jigme Lingpa, the four manifestations of enlightenment comprise an approach to development stage meditation unique to the ''Heruka Galpo Tantra'', in contrast to the more well-known five manifestations of enlightenment. These four are: 1) emptiness and the awakened mind, 2) the seed syllable, 3) the complete form of the deity, and 4) the placement of the seed syllable. [YT 375]
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As Mipham explains, a sādhana is "that which enables one to attain or accomplish a desired end." In terms of tantric practice, he writes, this refers to "all the various practices that utilize the unique methods of the Secret Mantra tradition to achieve whatever spiritual accomplishments one desires, whether supreme or mundane." [ON 534]
sgrub pa,sgrub thabs;Sādhana;As Mipham explains, a sādhana is "that which enables one to attain or accomplish a desired end." In terms of tantric practice, he writes, this refers to "all the various practices that utilize the unique methods of the Secret Mantra tradition to achieve whatever spiritual accomplishments one desires, whether supreme or mundane." [ON 534]
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The four classes of Tantra are Kriyā Tantra, Caryā Tantra, Yoga Tantra, and Anuttarayoga Tantra. These four divisions are commonly presented in the New Schools and subsume all tantric teachings. Though this classification system is also found in the Nyingma School, this tradition often groups the tantric teachings into the three outer tantras and the three inner tantras.
rgyud sde bzhi;Four Classes of Tantra;four classes of tantra;The four classes of Tantra are Kriyā Tantra, Caryā Tantra, Yoga Tantra, and Anuttarayoga Tantra. These four divisions are commonly presented in the New Schools and subsume all tantric teachings. Though this classification system is also found in the Nyingma School, this tradition often groups the tantric teachings into the three outer tantras and the three inner tantras.
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mngon byang lnga;five manifestations of enlightenment;five manifestations of enlightenment
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sgom pa;Meditation;meditation;''See'' view, meditation, conduct, and fruition.
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Following the Lesser Vehicle and the Great Vehicle, the Vajra Vehicle is the third and highest vehicle in the Buddhist tradition. In particular, it contains the teachings on Buddhist Tantra. Ju Mipham explains the significance of this appellation: "In this system, one does not accept or reject illusory, relative phenomena. Instead, the relative and ultimate are engaged as an indivisible unity and one's own three gates are linked with the nature of the three vajras. Therefore, this vehicle is "vajralike" insofar as these elements are seen to be indivisible and the very embodiment of primordial enlightenment, in which there is nothing to accept or reject, hence the term 'Vajra Vehicle.'" [KG 39] ''See also'' Vehicle of Skillful Means, Fruition Vehicle, and Secret Mantra Vehicle.
rdo rje theg pa;Vajra Vehicle;vajra vehicle;Following the Lesser Vehicle and the Great Vehicle, the Vajra Vehicle is the third and highest vehicle in the Buddhist tradition. In particular, it contains the teachings on Buddhist Tantra. Ju Mipham explains the significance of this appellation: "In this system, one does not accept or reject illusory, relative phenomena. Instead, the relative and ultimate are engaged as an indivisible unity and one's own three gates are linked with the nature of the three vajras. Therefore, this vehicle is "vajralike" insofar as these elements are seen to be indivisible and the very embodiment of primordial enlightenment, in which there is nothing to accept or reject, hence the term 'Vajra Vehicle.'" [KG 39] ''See also'' Vehicle of Skillful Means, Fruition Vehicle, and Secret Mantra Vehicle.
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The Mahāyoga teachings are traditionally divided into two groups, the Collected Tantras and the Collected Sādhanas. The former includes the ''Guhyagarbha Tantra'', one of the most widely studied texts in the Nyingma tradition. [NS 283]
rgyud sde;Collected Tantras;collected tantras;The Mahāyoga teachings are traditionally divided into two groups, the Collected Tantras and the Collected Sādhanas. The former includes the ''Guhyagarbha Tantra'', one of the most widely studied texts in the Nyingma tradition. [NS 283]
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"Daily cycle" refers to the 21,600 cycles of breathing that are said to transpire each day. [TD 1275]
dus sbyor;Daily Cycle;daily cycle;"Daily cycle" refers to the 21,600 cycles of breathing that are said to transpire each day. [TD 1275]
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This is an honorific term for body, which is often used to refer to the "body" or "form" of buddhahood, in all its various aspects. ''See also'' nirmāṇakāya, sambhogakāya, dharmakāya, svābhāvikakāya, vajrakāya, and abhisambodhikaya.
sku;Kāya;This is an honorific term for body, which is often used to refer to the "body" or "form" of buddhahood, in all its various aspects. ''See also'' nirmāṇakāya, sambhogakāya, dharmakāya, svābhāvikakāya, vajrakāya, and abhisambodhikaya.
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mtshams bcad pa;establishing a boundary;establishing a boundary
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spyan ras gzigs;Avalokiteśvara;avalokiteśvara
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de zhin nyid kyi ting nge 'dzin;absorption of suchness;absorption of suchness
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The three appearances are stages of the death process: appearance, increase, and attainment. An experience of luminosity, which usually goes untecognized, follows these three stages. According to Dilgo Khyenste Rinpoche, "When the connection between the body and mind is cut, the five elements of the body - earth, water, fire, wind, and space - dissolve into each other. There are many different experiences of dissolution of the elements, depending on the individual. The most common among beings is the threefold experience called appearance, increase, and attainment." He goes on to say that during the first stage, once the breath has ceased, the white essence (related to the father's semen) descends from the forehead center to the heart center. This is experienced as a white glow and an experience of intense bliss. In recognizing the nature of this experience, which is linked with the affliction of anger, one recognizes the essence of the nirmāṇakāya. The second stage is linked with the red element (related to the mother's menstrual blood), which ascends from the navel center to the heart center. At this point one's experience is suffused with a red glow. This is related to the affliction of passion and, when recognized, is seen to be the essence of the sambhogakāya. The third stage is as follows. Once these two have merged into the heart center, consciousness dissolves. This is experienced as a state of complete darkness and is linked with the affliction of ignorance. When its nature is recognized, it is realized to be the essence of the dharmakāya. If none of these stages are recognized for what they are, an experience of emptiness then follows. [PA 41-45]
snang gsum;Three Appearances;three appearances;The three appearances are stages of the death process: appearance, increase, and attainment. An experience of luminosity, which usually goes untecognized, follows these three stages. According to Dilgo Khyenste Rinpoche, "When the connection between the body and mind is cut, the five elements of the body - earth, water, fire, wind, and space - dissolve into each other. There are many different experiences of dissolution of the elements, depending on the individual. The most common among beings is the threefold experience called appearance, increase, and attainment." He goes on to say that during the first stage, once the breath has ceased, the white essence (related to the father's semen) descends from the forehead center to the heart center. This is experienced as a white glow and an experience of intense bliss. In recognizing the nature of this experience, which is linked with the affliction of anger, one recognizes the essence of the nirmāṇakāya. The second stage is linked with the red element (related to the mother's menstrual blood), which ascends from the navel center to the heart center. At this point one's experience is suffused with a red glow. This is related to the affliction of passion and, when recognized, is seen to be the essence of the sambhogakāya. The third stage is as follows. Once these two have merged into the heart center, consciousness dissolves. This is experienced as a state of complete darkness and is linked with the affliction of ignorance. When its nature is recognized, it is realized to be the essence of the dharmakāya. If none of these stages are recognized for what they are, an experience of emptiness then follows. [PA 41-45]
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The three maṇḍalas possess a variety of meanings, depending on the context. These three frequently refer to the maṇḍalas of body, speech, and mind. In the Anuyoga tradition, these three represent the view and are presented as follows: 1) empty basic space - the ''primordial maṇḍala of Samantabhadrī'', 2) wisdom - the ''natural maṇḍala of spontaneous presence'', and 3) the union of emptiness and wisdom - the ''fundamental maṇḍala of enlightenment''. [NS 285]
dkyil 'khor gsum;Three Maṇḍalas;three maṇḍalas;The three maṇḍalas possess a variety of meanings, depending on the context. These three frequently refer to the maṇḍalas of body, speech, and mind. In the Anuyoga tradition, these three represent the view and are presented as follows: 1) empty basic space - the ''primordial maṇḍala of Samantabhadrī'', 2) wisdom - the ''natural maṇḍala of spontaneous presence'', and 3) the union of emptiness and wisdom - the ''fundamental maṇḍala of enlightenment''. [NS 285]
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Approach is the first of the four divisions of approach and accomplishment. Though this stage is relevant in a variety of contexts, in terms of development stage practice, approach refers to the phase in which the wisdom being "approaches" one's own state of being. [KR 60]
bsnyen pa;Approach;approach;Approach is the first of the four divisions of approach and accomplishment. Though this stage is relevant in a variety of contexts, in terms of development stage practice, approach refers to the phase in which the wisdom being "approaches" one's own state of being. [KR 60]
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Enlightened activity is one aspect of the fruitional state ofbuddhahood. The most common presentation of enlightened activity contains four divisions: pacifying, enriching, magnetizing, and wrathful activity. To these four, a fifth division is sometimes added, that of spontaneous activity. [TD 1771] According to Ju Mipham, enlightened activity can also be divided into supreme and mundane activities. The former, he writes, involves "planting the seed of liberation in the minds of others by granting empowerments, and through mantras, mudras, and so forth, while the latter functions to bring others more temporary forms of happiness." [ON 559]
phrin las;Enlightened Activity;enlightened activity;Enlightened activity is one aspect of the fruitional state ofbuddhahood. The most common presentation of enlightened activity contains four divisions: pacifying, enriching, magnetizing, and wrathful activity. To these four, a fifth division is sometimes added, that of spontaneous activity. [TD 1771] According to Ju Mipham, enlightened activity can also be divided into supreme and mundane activities. The former, he writes, involves "planting the seed of liberation in the minds of others by granting empowerments, and through mantras, mudras, and so forth, while the latter functions to bring others more temporary forms of happiness." [ON 559]
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1) A yoginī who has attained the unique spiritual accomplishments; 2) a female divinity who has taken birth in a pure realm or other similar location. [TD 298]
mkha' 'gro ma;Ḍākinī;1) A yoginī who has attained the unique spiritual accomplishments;2) a female divinity who has taken birth in a pure realm or other similar location. [TD 298]
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In the Vajrayāna tradition, the bell is a symbolic implement used to represent a number of important principles. Generally speaking, it is linked with the female principle, emptiness, and knowledge. [YT 671]
dril bu;Bell;bell;In the Vajrayāna tradition, the bell is a symbolic implement used to represent a number of important principles. Generally speaking, it is linked with the female principle, emptiness, and knowledge. [YT 671]
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zad par gyi skye mched;sphere of totality;sphere of totality
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Wrathful deities are said to have nine qualities. They are captivating, heroic, and terrifying (their three physical expressions); laughing, ferocious, and fearsome (their three verbal expressions); and compassionate, intimidating, and peaceful. (JL 233]
gar gyi nyams dgu;Nine Expressions Of The Dance;nine expressions of the dance;Wrathful deities are said to have nine qualities. They are captivating, heroic, and terrifying (their three physical expressions);laughing, ferocious, and fearsome (their three verbal expressions);and compassionate, intimidating, and peaceful. (JL 233]
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One of the four stakes that bind the life-force; explaining this practice, Tenpe Nyima writes, "For the stake of absorption, start out with the three absorptions and then meditate that the environment and its inhabitants are the divine maṇḍala - empty appearances like a rainbow. Finally, complete all the various aspects of the practice, including empowerment, sealing, and so on." [KR 57]
ting nge 'dzin gyi gzer;Stake of Absorption;stake of absorption;One of the four stakes that bind the life-force;explaining this practice, Tenpe Nyima writes, "For the stake of absorption, start out with the three absorptions and then meditate that the environment and its inhabitants are the divine maṇḍala - empty appearances like a rainbow. Finally, complete all the various aspects of the practice, including empowerment, sealing, and so on." [KR 57]
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dbang po lnga;five capacities;five capacities
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rnam pa gsal ba;clear appearance;clear appearance
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The precious word empowerment is one of the three higher supreme empowerments. This is bestowed upon the student's ordinary body, speech, and mind in reliance upon the maṇḍala of ultimate bodhicitta. It purifies the impurities associated with the three gates, along with their related habitual patterns. In terms of the path, it empowers the student to train in the natural Great Perfection. As its result, a causal link is formed that leads to the attainment of the essence kāya, vajra wisdom. [TD 2271]
tshig dbang rin po che;Precious Word Empowerment;precious word empowerment;The precious word empowerment is one of the three higher supreme empowerments. This is bestowed upon the student's ordinary body, speech, and mind in reliance upon the maṇḍala of ultimate bodhicitta. It purifies the impurities associated with the three gates, along with their related habitual patterns. In terms of the path, it empowers the student to train in the natural Great Perfection. As its result, a causal link is formed that leads to the attainment of the essence kāya, vajra wisdom. [TD 2271]
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A class of malevolent spirits and ghosts. [TD 467]
bgegs;Obstructing Forces;obstructing forces;A class of malevolent spirits and ghosts. [TD 467]
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According to Jamgön Kongtrül, the spiritual life-force is the specific seed syllable of the yidam deity, "the unchanging nature of its respective family." [LW 14]
thugs srog;Spiritual Life-Force;spiritual life-force;According to Jamgön Kongtrül, the spiritual life-force is the specific seed syllable of the yidam deity, "the unchanging nature of its respective family." [LW 14]
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One of the four knowledge holders, four levels of spiritual attainment that present the progression through the paths and levels of Secret Mantra in the Nyingma School. This level of attainment occurs on the path of seeing, where the support present in the supreme state transforms into a clear, vajralike body, while the mind matures into the wisdom of the path of seeing and, as a result, one attains a state of freedom from birth and death. [TD 2282]
tshe dbang rig 'dzin;Knowledge Holder With Power Over Longevity;knowledge holder with power over longevity;One of the four knowledge holders, four levels of spiritual attainment that present the progression through the paths and levels of Secret Mantra in the Nyingma School. This level of attainment occurs on the path of seeing, where the support present in the supreme state transforms into a clear, vajralike body, while the mind matures into the wisdom of the path of seeing and, as a result, one attains a state of freedom from birth and death. [TD 2282]
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According to Jigme Lingpa, wisdom can be divided into twenty-five categories, as there are five different forms of wisdom present in each continuum of the five buddha families. [YT 431] More commonly, however, five forms of wisdom are taught. Dudjom Rinpoche explains that the wisdom of the basic space of phenomena is that which realizes how things really are, whereas the four subsequent wisdoms - mirrorlike wisdom, the wisdom of equality, discerning wisdom, and all-accomplishing wisdom - in their function of supporting and depending upon the former comprise the wisdom that comprehends all that exists. It has also been explained that the first wisdom mentioned above refers to the ultimate, while the latter four relate to the relative. [NS 140]
ye shes lnga;Five Wisdoms;five wisdoms;According to Jigme Lingpa, wisdom can be divided into twenty-five categories, as there are five different forms of wisdom present in each continuum of the five buddha families. [YT 431] More commonly, however, five forms of wisdom are taught. Dudjom Rinpoche explains that the wisdom of the basic space of phenomena is that which realizes how things really are, whereas the four subsequent wisdoms - mirrorlike wisdom, the wisdom of equality, discerning wisdom, and all-accomplishing wisdom - in their function of supporting and depending upon the former comprise the wisdom that comprehends all that exists. It has also been explained that the first wisdom mentioned above refers to the ultimate, while the latter four relate to the relative. [NS 140]
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See mundane spiritual accomplishment and spiritual accomplishment.
thun mong gi dngos grub brgyad;Eight Mundane Spiritual Accomplishments;eight mundane spiritual accomplishments;See mundane spiritual accomplishment and spiritual accomplishment.
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Three meditative practices that, in the Nyingma tradition, provide the framework for development stage practice: the absorption of suchness, absorption of total illumination, and causal absorption.
ting nge 'dzin gsum;Three Absorptions;three absorptions;Three meditative practices that, in the Nyingma tradition, provide the framework for development stage practice: the absorption of suchness, absorption of total illumination, and causal absorption.
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bsam gtan;meditative concentration;meditative concentration
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The four spheres of perception, from that of boundless space up to the peak of existence. In these spheres, there is no coarse form, only clear mental forms. The beings in these realms are free of attachment to form, bur are attached to the state of formlessness. [TD 2503]
gzugs med khams;Formless Realm;formless realm;arūpadhātu;The four spheres of perception, from that of boundless space up to the peak of existence. In these spheres, there is no coarse form, only clear mental forms. The beings in these realms are free of attachment to form, bur are attached to the state of formlessness. [TD 2503]
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The five buddha families function as the support for the five wisdoms. The relationship between these two groups is as follows: the wisdom of the basic space of phenomena is linked with the buddha family and the Buddha Vairocana; all-accomplishing wisdom with the karma family and the Buddha Amoghasiddhi; the wisdom of equality with the jewel family and the Buddha Ratnasambhāva; discerning wisdom with the lotus family and the Buddha Amitābha; and mirrorlike wisdom with the vajra family and either Vajrasattva or Akṣobhya. [TK 2, 80]
rigs lnga;Five Buddha Families;five buddha families;The five buddha families function as the support for the five wisdoms. The relationship between these two groups is as follows: the wisdom of the basic space of phenomena is linked with the buddha family and the Buddha Vairocana;all-accomplishing wisdom with the karma family and the Buddha Amoghasiddhi;the wisdom of equality with the jewel family and the Buddha Ratnasambhāva;discerning wisdom with the lotus family and the Buddha Amitābha;and mirrorlike wisdom with the vajra family and either Vajrasattva or Akṣobhya. [TK 2, 80]
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skye gnas bzhi;four types of birth;four types of birth
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A female yidam deity whose name (Lit. "the Liberator") signifies her capacity to liberate beings from the eight forms of fear. [TD 625]
sgrol ma;Tārā;A female yidam deity whose name (Lit. "the Liberator") signifies her capacity to liberate beings from the eight forms of fear. [TD 625]
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According to Jamgön Kongtrül, the "natural nirmāṇakāya" is like a reflection cast by the sambhogakāya, referring to the five realms, kāyas, wisdoms, dharmas, and other elements that appear to tenth level bodhisattvas. In particular, this refers to the five nirmāṇakaya realms: the Unsurpassed (Akaniṣṭha, the realm of the buddha family and the Buddha Vairocana), Complete Joy (Abhirati, the realm of the vajra family and the Buddha Akṣobhya), the Glorious (Śrīmat, the realm of the jewel family and the Buddha Ratnasambhava), the Blissful or Lotus Mound (Sukhāvatī/Padmākūṭa, the realm of the lotus family and the Buddha Amitābha), and Accomplishment of Supreme Activity (Karmaprasiddhi, the realm of the karma family and the Buddha Amoghasiddhi). [TK 1, 84]
rang bzhin sprul pa'i sku;Natural Nirmāṇakāya;natural nirmāṇakāya;According to Jamgön Kongtrül, the "natural nirmāṇakāya" is like a reflection cast by the sambhogakāya, referring to the five realms, kāyas, wisdoms, dharmas, and other elements that appear to tenth level bodhisattvas. In particular, this refers to the five nirmāṇakaya realms: the Unsurpassed (Akaniṣṭha, the realm of the buddha family and the Buddha Vairocana), Complete Joy (Abhirati, the realm of the vajra family and the Buddha Akṣobhya), the Glorious (Śrīmat, the realm of the jewel family and the Buddha Ratnasambhava), the Blissful or Lotus Mound (Sukhāvatī/Padmākūṭa, the realm of the lotus family and the Buddha Amitābha), and Accomplishment of Supreme Activity (Karmaprasiddhi, the realm of the karma family and the Buddha Amoghasiddhi). [TK 1, 84]
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Yidams are the deities, buddhas, and bodhisattvas that form the unique support for the practices of the tantras. [TD 2565] There are a great variety of such deities, including the various classes of peaceful, wrathful, and semi-wrathful deities. Though these variations may have different appearances, this should not be taken to imply that they are fundamentally different, however. As Tenpe Nyima explains, "Though peaceful and wrathful deities may have slightly different bodies, colors, faces, hands, and so on, in terms of their compassion and enlightened activities there is no difference. They appear in accord with the inclinations of the disciple and there is no conflict between them." [KR 48] Ultimately, yidam practice is a skillful method that allows the practitioner to connect with his or her enlightened nature. For this reason, it is also important to keep the true nature of the yidam deity in mind. As Jigme Lingpa explains, "You must realize that it is Yout own mind, with its eightfold collection of consciousnesses, that arises as the form and wisdom of the deity. In its innate state, awareness itself is the enlightened mind - the fruitional form of the deity." [JL 235]
yi dam;Yidam Deity;yidam deity;iṣṭadevatā;Yidams are the deities, buddhas, and bodhisattvas that form the unique support for the practices of the tantras. [TD 2565] There are a great variety of such deities, including the various classes of peaceful, wrathful, and semi-wrathful deities. Though these variations may have different appearances, this should not be taken to imply that they are fundamentally different, however. As Tenpe Nyima explains, "Though peaceful and wrathful deities may have slightly different bodies, colors, faces, hands, and so on, in terms of their compassion and enlightened activities there is no difference. They appear in accord with the inclinations of the disciple and there is no conflict between them." [KR 48] Ultimately, yidam practice is a skillful method that allows the practitioner to connect with his or her enlightened nature. For this reason, it is also important to keep the true nature of the yidam deity in mind. As Jigme Lingpa explains, "You must realize that it is Yout own mind, with its eightfold collection of consciousnesses, that arises as the form and wisdom of the deity. In its innate state, awareness itself is the enlightened mind - the fruitional form of the deity." [JL 235]
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khyogs kyi bzlas pa;palanquin recitation;palanquin recitation
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The fifth of the five paths; the perfection of the various qualities of abandonment and realization as they pertain to the specific context of each of the three vehicles - the attainment of the level of a foe destroyer, solitary buddha, or buddha.
mi slob lam;Path Beyond Training;path beyond training;The fifth of the five paths;the perfection of the various qualities of abandonment and realization as they pertain to the specific context of each of the three vehicles - the attainment of the level of a foe destroyer, solitary buddha, or buddha.
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A substance that allows one to conquer death
bdud rtsi;Nectar;nectar;amṛta;A substance that allows one to conquer death
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srid pa gsum;three existences;three existences
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A vajra master is a guru who either grants one empowerment into a maṇḍala of the Secret Mantra or who teaches one the liberating instructions. [TD 1442]
rdo rje slob dpon;Vajra Master;vajra master;A vajra master is a guru who either grants one empowerment into a maṇḍala of the Secret Mantra or who teaches one the liberating instructions. [TD 1442]
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One part of a twofold visualization process found in the Mahāyoga teachings of the Nyingma School. In this stage of practice, all the phenomena of saṃsāra and nirvāṇa are transformed through a complex visualization process in which the central deities of the maṇḍala "give birth" to the deities in the retinue. [LT 460]
bdag sras;One's Own Children;one's own children;One part of a twofold visualization process found in the Mahāyoga teachings of the Nyingma School. In this stage of practice, all the phenomena of saṃsāra and nirvāṇa are transformed through a complex visualization process in which the central deities of the maṇḍala "give birth" to the deities in the retinue. [LT 460]
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rdo rje'i rig 'dzin;vajra knowledge holder;vajra knowledge holder
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spro bsdu;projection and absorption;projection and absorption
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byang chub sems dpa';bodhisattva;bodhisattva
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phyag rgya;Mudra;mudra;Mudra;''See'' seal.
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phyag rgya chen po rig 'dzin;Knowledge Holder of the Great Seal;knowledge holder of the great seal
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The completion stage is divided into two categories, the conceptual completion stage and the nonconceptual completion stage. In the former, the practitioner works primarily with the subtle body - the channels, energies, and essences. As Ju Mipham points out, "This path is conceptual insofar as one must maintain mental reference points and make intentional effort, both physically and verbally." [ON 417]
mtshan bcas rdzogs rim;Conceptual Completion Stage;conceptual completion stage;The completion stage is divided into two categories, the conceptual completion stage and the nonconceptual completion stage. In the former, the practitioner works primarily with the subtle body - the channels, energies, and essences. As Ju Mipham points out, "This path is conceptual insofar as one must maintain mental reference points and make intentional effort, both physically and verbally." [ON 417]
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sgrub chen;great accomplishment;great accomplishment
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Along with the completion stage, this is one of two phases that constitute Buddhist practice in the inner tantras. Explaining this approach, Ju Mipham writes, "The phases of development stage practice correspond to the way in which conventional existence develops. There are five such phases: great emptiness, illusory wisdom, the single seal, the elaborate seal, and group assembly practice. Practicing this fivefold approach ''purifies'' the habitual patterns of saṃsāra, ''perfects'' the fruition of nirvāṇa, and ''matures'' the practitioner for the completion stage. [ON 416]
bskyed rim;Development Stage;development stage;Along with the completion stage, this is one of two phases that constitute Buddhist practice in the inner tantras. Explaining this approach, Ju Mipham writes, "The phases of development stage practice correspond to the way in which conventional existence develops. There are five such phases: great emptiness, illusory wisdom, the single seal, the elaborate seal, and group assembly practice. Practicing this fivefold approach ''purifies'' the habitual patterns of saṃsāra, ''perfects'' the fruition of nirvāṇa, and ''matures'' the practitioner for the completion stage. [ON 416]
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This is one method of entering into meditative absorption. Jamgön Kongtrül explains, "There are two methods for settling the mind in a state of nonconceptual concentration: resting in the immediacy of complete awareness and resting subsequent to insight." "With the latter," he continues, "bring to mind the view you have studied and contemplated previously and then settle in that. This is called 'the analytical meditation of the paṇḍita scholar.'" [TK 4, 7]
mthong ba'i rjes la 'jog pa;Resting Subsequent To Insight;resting subsequent to insight;This is one method of entering into meditative absorption. Jamgön Kongtrül explains, "There are two methods for settling the mind in a state of nonconceptual concentration: resting in the immediacy of complete awareness and resting subsequent to insight." "With the latter," he continues, "bring to mind the view you have studied and contemplated previously and then settle in that. This is called 'the analytical meditation of the paṇḍita scholar.'" [TK 4, 7]
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khro bo;Wrathful Deity;wrathful deity;''See'' yidam deity.
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phyi rgyud;Outer Tantras;outer tantras;''See'' three outer tantras.
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thig le nyag gcig;single sphere;single sphere
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[Lit. "Indestructible Sow"] - A semiwrathful female yidam deity; the female counterpart of Cakrasaṃvara ('''"`UNIQ--nowiki-0002EF21-QINU`"'khor lo bde mchog''). [TD 1440]
rdo rje phag mo;Vajravarāhī;[Lit. "Indestructible Sow"] - A semiwrathful female yidam deity;the female counterpart of Cakrasaṃvara ('''"`UNIQ--nowiki-0002EF21-QINU`"'khor lo bde mchog''). [TD 1440]
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me long lta bu'i ye shes;mirrorlike wisdom;mirrorlike wisdom
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snying po sngags kyi gzer;stake of the essence mantra;stake of the essence mantra
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According to Jamgön Kongtrül, these are three stages that refer to a practitioner's proficiency in visualization practice and the corresponding signs that manifest as a result. In the first stage, the mental visualization of the deity becomes completely clear and distinct. In the second, this visualized form actually becomes visually perceptible, and in the third, it can even be touched. [LW 113]
yul gsum gyad du gyur ba;Mastery of the Three Objects;mastery of the three objects;According to Jamgön Kongtrül, these are three stages that refer to a practitioner's proficiency in visualization practice and the corresponding signs that manifest as a result. In the first stage, the mental visualization of the deity becomes completely clear and distinct. In the second, this visualized form actually becomes visually perceptible, and in the third, it can even be touched. [LW 113]
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rdzogs pa chen po;Great Perfection;great perfection
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Meditative absorption has the meaning of "to truly grasp," meaning that with this mental state one is able to focus one-pointedly and continuously on a given topic or the object one is examining. [TD 1027]
ting nge 'dzin;Meditative Absorption;meditative absorption;samadhi;Meditative absorption has the meaning of "to truly grasp," meaning that with this mental state one is able to focus one-pointedly and continuously on a given topic or the object one is examining. [TD 1027]
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dpal chen po;Great Glorious One;great glorious one;''See'' Great Glorious Heruka.
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gsar ma;Sarma Schools;sarma schools;''See'' New Schools.
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zla ba skar phreng;moon with a garland of stars;moon with a garland of stars
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gzhal yas khang;celestial palace;celestial palace
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The vase empowerment is a maturing empowerment that is common to both the outer tantras and inner tantras. In the latter, a maṇḍala (either one made from colored powders or painted on canvas) is used to bestow the various subdivisions of this empowerment upon the student. This includes the water, crown, and other sections. This process purifies physical impurities and, in terms of the path, empowers one to practice the development stage. In terms of fruition, a causal link is formed that leads to the attainment of the vajra body - the nirmāṇakāya. [TD 853, 2865]
bum dbang;Vase Empowerment;vase empowerment;The vase empowerment is a maturing empowerment that is common to both the outer tantras and inner tantras. In the latter, a maṇḍala (either one made from colored powders or painted on canvas) is used to bestow the various subdivisions of this empowerment upon the student. This includes the water, crown, and other sections. This process purifies physical impurities and, in terms of the path, empowers one to practice the development stage. In terms of fruition, a causal link is formed that leads to the attainment of the vajra body - the nirmāṇakāya. [TD 853, 2865]
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sgrub sde;Collected Sādhanas;collected sādhanas
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One of the three vajras; according to Jamgön Kongtrül, vajra speech is linked with the sambhogakaya and the union of luminosity and emptiness. [LW 36]
gsung rdo rje;Vajra Speech;vajra speech;One of the three vajras;according to Jamgön Kongtrül, vajra speech is linked with the sambhogakaya and the union of luminosity and emptiness. [LW 36]
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The most important tantra in the Nyingma School, translated by Vimalamitra, Nyak Jñānakumāra, and Ma Rinchen Chok. The full title of this twenty-two chapter text is the ''Tantra of the True Nature of Reality: The Glorious Secret Essence''. [TD 574]
rgyud gsang ba snying po;Tantra of the Secret Essence;tantra of the secret essence;Guhyagarbha Tantra;The most important tantra in the Nyingma School, translated by Vimalamitra, Nyak Jñānakumāra, and Ma Rinchen Chok. The full title of this twenty-two chapter text is the ''Tantra of the True Nature of Reality: The Glorious Secret Essence''. [TD 574]
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One of the five kāyas; encompassing all the manifestations of knowledge, love, and ability, this kāya is the basis for all the unique qualities of buddhahood. [NS 140]
mngon byang gi sku;Abhisambodhikāya;One of the five kāyas;encompassing all the manifestations of knowledge, love, and ability, this kāya is the basis for all the unique qualities of buddhahood. [NS 140]
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A yidam deity associated with the principle of enlightened mind from the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings.
yang dag;Viśuddha;A yidam deity associated with the principle of enlightened mind from the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings.
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[Lit. "heroic being of enlightenment"] - An individual who trains in the Great Vehicle, so-called because such individuals do not become discouraged in the face of the long duration it takes to attain great enlightenment, nor in giving away their own head and limbs out of generosity. [TD 1870]
byang chub sems dpa;Bodhisattva;bodhisattva;Bodhisattva;[Lit. "heroic being of enlightenment"] - An individual who trains in the Great Vehicle, so-called because such individuals do not become discouraged in the face of the long duration it takes to attain great enlightenment, nor in giving away their own head and limbs out of generosity. [TD 1870]
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dgongs pa mi 'gyur ba'i gzer;stake of unchanging realization;stake of unchanging realization
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don gyi 'od gsal;True Wisdom;true wisdom;''See'' true luminosity.
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In the Nyingma School, the four knowledge holders are used to present the various levels of spiritual attainment, from the path of training to that which is beyond training. These four are the matured knowledge holder, the knowledge holder with power over longevity, the knowledge holder of the great seal, and the spontaneously present knowledge holder. [TD 2685] It should be noted, however, that according to Jigme Lingpa's presentation above, Longchenpa maintains that the four knowledge holders encompass all five paths (rather than only taking place on the three transcendent paths, which is the position of the Zur lineage).
rig 'dzin rnam pa bzhi;Four Knowledge Holders;four knowledge holders;In the Nyingma School, the four knowledge holders are used to present the various levels of spiritual attainment, from the path of training to that which is beyond training. These four are the matured knowledge holder, the knowledge holder with power over longevity, the knowledge holder of the great seal, and the spontaneously present knowledge holder. [TD 2685] It should be noted, however, that according to Jigme Lingpa's presentation above, Longchenpa maintains that the four knowledge holders encompass all five paths (rather than only taking place on the three transcendent paths, which is the position of the Zur lineage).
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gdags pa'i rgyan gnyis;two fastened ornaments;two fastened ornaments
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shar bu spyi blugs;rainspout vessel;rainspout vessel
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Vajrasattva is a yidam deity that is considered the sovereign lord of the hundred buddha families. He is white in appearance and sits in the vajra posture. With his right hand, he holds a vajra at his heart, and with his left, a bell at his hip. [TD 1442]
rdo rje sems dpa;Vajrasattva;Vajrasattva is a yidam deity that is considered the sovereign lord of the hundred buddha families. He is white in appearance and sits in the vajra posture. With his right hand, he holds a vajra at his heart, and with his left, a bell at his hip. [TD 1442]
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One of the four knowledge holders, four levels of spiritual attainment that constitute the Nyingma School's approach of progressing through the paths and levels of Secret Mantra; this classification refers to the path beyond training and the attainment of the ultimate fruition, the spontaneous presence of the five kāyas - the state of a vajra holder. [TD 3107]
lhun grub rig 'dzin;Spontaneously Present Knowledge Holder;spontaneously present knowledge holder;One of the four knowledge holders, four levels of spiritual attainment that constitute the Nyingma School's approach of progressing through the paths and levels of Secret Mantra;this classification refers to the path beyond training and the attainment of the ultimate fruition, the spontaneous presence of the five kāyas - the state of a vajra holder. [TD 3107]
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sbyang bya;object of purification;object of purification
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rtse mo;summit [stage of];summit [stage of]
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gsal ldan tshad brgyad;eight measures of clarity and stability;eight measures of clarity and stability
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The two accumulations are those of merit and wisdom. Traditionally, these two are said to lead to the attainment of the dharmakāya and the rūpakāyas, respectively. In terms of the tantric path, the accumulation of merit is often equated with the development stage, and the accumulation of wisdom with the completion stage. However, as Getse points out above, when sealed with the completion stage, the development stage also gathers the accumulation of wisdom. [Cg 198]
tshogs gnyis;Two Accumulations;two accumulations;The two accumulations are those of merit and wisdom. Traditionally, these two are said to lead to the attainment of the dharmakāya and the rūpakāyas, respectively. In terms of the tantric path, the accumulation of merit is often equated with the development stage, and the accumulation of wisdom with the completion stage. However, as Getse points out above, when sealed with the completion stage, the development stage also gathers the accumulation of wisdom. [Cg 198]
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rdzu 'phrul gyi rkang pa bzhi;four bases of miraculous powers;four bases of miraculous powers
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sems dpa' sum brtsegs;series of the three beings;series of the three beings
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kun snang gi ring nge 'dzin;absorption of total illumination;absorption of total illumination
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1) "Great seal" is the term given to the ultimate fruition, the supreme spiritual accomplishment; 2} this can also refer to one of the four seals taught in the Yoga Tantra. In this context, the practice of the great seal relates to the enlightened form. As such, it eliminates the temporary confusion of the all-ground consciousness and actualizes its nature, mirrorlike wisdom. [TD 1732]
phyag rgya chen po/mahāmudrā;Great Seal;great seal;1) "Great seal" is the term given to the ultimate fruition, the supreme spiritual accomplishment;2} this can also refer to one of the four seals taught in the Yoga Tantra. In this context, the practice of the great seal relates to the enlightened form. As such, it eliminates the temporary confusion of the all-ground consciousness and actualizes its nature, mirrorlike wisdom. [TD 1732]
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bya grub ye shes;all-accomplishing wisdom;all-accomplishing wisdom
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The unchanging and self aware suchness that is present as the innate potential of all beings - immutable great bliss. [TD 567]
rgyu'i he ru ka;Causal Heruka;causal heruka;The unchanging and self aware suchness that is present as the innate potential of all beings - immutable great bliss. [TD 567]
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lha'i rnal 'byor;Deity Yoga;deity yoga;'See' development stage.
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lhag ge;vibrancy,vibrant;vibrancy,vibrant
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According to Jamgön Kongtrül, this is one of the three most important approaches to development stage visualization, along with the five manifestations of enlightenment and the ritual of the three vajras. He explains, "To visualize the four vajras, start out by meditating on emptiness. Next, radiate light outwards from the sun disc, moon disc, and seed that are resting upon the lotus seat. Then, gathering it back in, visualize the form of the deity in its entirety, place the three syllables at its three places, and so on. This form of visualization is taught in the ''Subsequent Tantra of the Assembly'' and the ''Two Sections''." [TK 3, 208]
rdo rje rnam pa bzhi;Four Vajras;four vajras;According to Jamgön Kongtrül, this is one of the three most important approaches to development stage visualization, along with the five manifestations of enlightenment and the ritual of the three vajras. He explains, "To visualize the four vajras, start out by meditating on emptiness. Next, radiate light outwards from the sun disc, moon disc, and seed that are resting upon the lotus seat. Then, gathering it back in, visualize the form of the deity in its entirety, place the three syllables at its three places, and so on. This form of visualization is taught in the ''Subsequent Tantra of the Assembly'' and the ''Two Sections''." [TK 3, 208]
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Symbolic implements are images, either visualized or represented in material form, that embody key principles in Vajrayāna practice. In particular, they are one expression of the principle of purity, which, along with clear appearance and pride, is one of the hallmarks of development stage practice. Explaining the significance of some of the most well known implements, Tenpe Nyima writes, "The five wisdoms are represented by the five-pronged vajra. The cakra symbolizes cutting through the afflictions. The source jewel represents desirable qualities, while the lotus signifies not being stained by faults. Unobstructed activity is represented by the double vajra. The curved knife symbolizes the severing of the four demons. The skull cup signifies sustaining the bliss of nonconceptual wisdom. The blood that fills the skull cup represents the conquering of the four demons. The sword symbolizes cutting through mortality, while the ''khaṭvdāṅga'' represents severing the three times." [KR 51]
phyag mtshan;Symbolic Implements;symbolic implements;Symbolic implements are images, either visualized or represented in material form, that embody key principles in Vajrayāna practice. In particular, they are one expression of the principle of purity, which, along with clear appearance and pride, is one of the hallmarks of development stage practice. Explaining the significance of some of the most well known implements, Tenpe Nyima writes, "The five wisdoms are represented by the five-pronged vajra. The cakra symbolizes cutting through the afflictions. The source jewel represents desirable qualities, while the lotus signifies not being stained by faults. Unobstructed activity is represented by the double vajra. The curved knife symbolizes the severing of the four demons. The skull cup signifies sustaining the bliss of nonconceptual wisdom. The blood that fills the skull cup represents the conquering of the four demons. The sword symbolizes cutting through mortality, while the ''khaṭvdāṅga'' represents severing the three times." [KR 51]
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dpal chen;Great Glorious One;great glorious one
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Bone ornaments are symbolic ornamentation worn by certain yidam deities. Depending on the context, there are said to be either five or six types of bone ornament. The first group is presented in the ''Husks of Unity'' by Getse Mahāpaṇḍita. The sixfold grouping consists of bone jewels, bone lotuses, bone vajras, bone cakras, a bone eternal knot, and a bone double vajra. [TN 86]
rus rgyan;Bone Ornaments;bone ornaments;Bone ornaments are symbolic ornamentation worn by certain yidam deities. Depending on the context, there are said to be either five or six types of bone ornament. The first group is presented in the ''Husks of Unity'' by Getse Mahāpaṇḍita. The sixfold grouping consists of bone jewels, bone lotuses, bone vajras, bone cakras, a bone eternal knot, and a bone double vajra. [TN 86]
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Quoting the ''Sūtra of the Levels of Buddhahood'', Jigme Lingpa explains, "With the wisdom of equality, one internalizes the fact that all phenomena are equal, in the sense that they are all devoid of characteristics." [YT 431]
mnyam nyid ye shes;Wisdom of Equality;wisdom of equality;Quoting the ''Sūtra of the Levels of Buddhahood'', Jigme Lingpa explains, "With the wisdom of equality, one internalizes the fact that all phenomena are equal, in the sense that they are all devoid of characteristics." [YT 431]
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This is one method of entering into meditative absorption. Jamgön Kongtrül explains, "There are two methods for settling the mind in a state of nonconceptual concentration: resting in the immediacy of complete awareness and resting subsequent to insight." "With the former," he continues, "having set the stage by ascertaining the view, go to a place free from anything that can harm your meditation, sit in the sevenfold posture of Vairocana, and settle your awareness in a fresh and uncontrived state. This is called 'the resting meditation of a simple yogi.'" [TK 4, 7]
Resting In the Immediacy of Complete Awareness
rig pa spyi blug su 'jog pa;Resting In the Immediacy of Complete Awareness;resting in the immediacy of complete awareness;This is one method of entering into meditative absorption. Jamgön Kongtrül explains, "There are two methods for settling the mind in a state of nonconceptual concentration: resting in the immediacy of complete awareness and resting subsequent to insight." "With the former," he continues, "having set the stage by ascertaining the view, go to a place free from anything that can harm your meditation, sit in the sevenfold posture of Vairocana, and settle your awareness in a fresh and uncontrived state. This is called 'the resting meditation of a simple yogi.'" [TK 4, 7]
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sgong skyes;Egg Birth;egg birth;''See'' four types of birth.
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Close approach is the second of the four divisions of approach and accomplishment. Though this phase can be discussed in a variety of contexts, in terms of development stage practice, close approach involves the merging of the enlightened mind of the yidam deity with one's own ordinary consciousness. [KR 60]
nye bar bsnyen pa;Close Approach;close approach;Close approach is the second of the four divisions of approach and accomplishment. Though this phase can be discussed in a variety of contexts, in terms of development stage practice, close approach involves the merging of the enlightened mind of the yidam deity with one's own ordinary consciousness. [KR 60]
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'dod snam;external foundation;external foundation
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The demon of the afflictions, the demon of the aggregates, the demon of the lord of death, and the demon of the divine son. [TD 1364]
bdud bzhi;Four Demons;four demons;The demon of the afflictions, the demon of the aggregates, the demon of the lord of death, and the demon of the divine son. [TD 1364]
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The so-called "union of development and completion" seems to have been a controversial theory in Tibet. Confirming this view, Khenpo Ngaga writes, "There are those who do not accept the union of development and completion associated with deity meditation. They justify this view by saying that such an approach did not exist in the noble land of India. This, however, is not the case. There are two renowned approaches linked with the ''Guhyasamāja Tantra'', one associated with noble Nāgārjuna and another with Jñānapāda. In the latter approach, it is said that, when meditating on a deity, those who have directly experienced the way things truly are 'seal the development stage with the completion stage.'" [ST 8-9]
bskyed rdzogs zung 'jug;Union of Development and Completion;union of development and completion;The so-called "union of development and completion" seems to have been a controversial theory in Tibet. Confirming this view, Khenpo Ngaga writes, "There are those who do not accept the union of development and completion associated with deity meditation. They justify this view by saying that such an approach did not exist in the noble land of India. This, however, is not the case. There are two renowned approaches linked with the ''Guhyasamāja Tantra'', one associated with noble Nāgārjuna and another with Jñānapāda. In the latter approach, it is said that, when meditating on a deity, those who have directly experienced the way things truly are 'seal the development stage with the completion stage.'" [ST 8-9]
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tshogs lam;path of accumulation;path of accumulation
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The term "non-Buddhist," which is often translated literally as "forder," is often used in a pejorative sense to refer to non-Buddhist Indian religions and philosophical schools. The original term, however, also implies certain similarities between some of these traditions and Buddhism. When it comes to the development stage, such similarities do exist between practices found in the Hindu tradition and those practiced in Buddhist Tantra. There are also important differences, however. Taking a polemic approach, Jigme Lingpa explains, "From a general point of view, the practices found in the non-Buddhist traditions do involve a tremendous amount of virtue. Nevertheless, it is nothing more than a moderate degree of virtue, insofar as these practices do not involve any sense of self-discipline. Their development stage practices are bereft of the vows of the knowledge holder and, despite their status as methods of the Secret Mantra path, they have no capacity to bring enlightenment. The specific problem is that these individuals do not grasp the interdependent link between the basis of purification and the methods that comprise the process of purification, insofar as these relate to development stage practice. Demonstrating a complete lack of understanding, in this style of development stage practice, the apparent aspect, shape, and color, for example, are believed to be permanent. This is the approach taken by the non-Buddhist schools, as well as some powerful spirits." [YT 408]
mu stegs pa;Non-Buddhist;non-buddhist;The term "non-Buddhist," which is often translated literally as "forder," is often used in a pejorative sense to refer to non-Buddhist Indian religions and philosophical schools. The original term, however, also implies certain similarities between some of these traditions and Buddhism. When it comes to the development stage, such similarities do exist between practices found in the Hindu tradition and those practiced in Buddhist Tantra. There are also important differences, however. Taking a polemic approach, Jigme Lingpa explains, "From a general point of view, the practices found in the non-Buddhist traditions do involve a tremendous amount of virtue. Nevertheless, it is nothing more than a moderate degree of virtue, insofar as these practices do not involve any sense of self-discipline. Their development stage practices are bereft of the vows of the knowledge holder and, despite their status as methods of the Secret Mantra path, they have no capacity to bring enlightenment. The specific problem is that these individuals do not grasp the interdependent link between the basis of purification and the methods that comprise the process of purification, insofar as these relate to development stage practice. Demonstrating a complete lack of understanding, in this style of development stage practice, the apparent aspect, shape, and color, for example, are believed to be permanent. This is the approach taken by the non-Buddhist schools, as well as some powerful spirits." [YT 408]
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dur khrod chen po brgyad;eight great charnel grounds;eight great charnel grounds
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This empowerment is the second of the three higher, supreme empowerments, which is bestowed upon the student's mind in dependence upon the maṇḍala of the feminine seal. This purifies mental impurities and, in terms of the path, empowers the student to train in the completion stage. As the result of this empowerment, a causal link is formed that leads to the attainment of the dharmakāya. [TD 2865]
shes rab ye shes kyi dbang;Knowledge-Wisdom Empowerment;knowledge-wisdom empowerment;This empowerment is the second of the three higher, supreme empowerments, which is bestowed upon the student's mind in dependence upon the maṇḍala of the feminine seal. This purifies mental impurities and, in terms of the path, empowers the student to train in the completion stage. As the result of this empowerment, a causal link is formed that leads to the attainment of the dharmakāya. [TD 2865]
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gzhan snang;that which appears to others;that which appears to others
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'bras bu'i theg pa;Fruition Vehicle;fruition vehicle
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bdud rtsi';Nectar;nectar;Amṛta;''See'' nectar.
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rnam par thar pa'i sgo gsum;three gates to complete liberation;three gates to complete liberation
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spyod yul;range of experience;range of experience
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Torma is one of the primary offerings found in the Secret Mantra tradition, where, along with medicine and rakta, it is one of the inner offerings. Though there are various divisions of torma, the outer torma offering consists of "the choicest types of edibles heaped upon a vessel of precious substances," which, as Jamgön Kongtrül explains, embodies "the indivisibility of basic space and wisdom." [LW 129] Explaining the significance of torma in different contexts, Dilgo Khyentse writes, "Generally speaking, torma should be viewed as the maṇḍala in the context of approach and accomplishment, as sense pleasures in the context of making offerings, as the deity in the context of empowerment, and as the spiritual accomplishments at the conclusion of a practice." [WC 743]
gtor ma;bali;Torma;torma;Torma is one of the primary offerings found in the Secret Mantra tradition, where, along with medicine and rakta, it is one of the inner offerings. Though there are various divisions of torma, the outer torma offering consists of "the choicest types of edibles heaped upon a vessel of precious substances," which, as Jamgön Kongtrül explains, embodies "the indivisibility of basic space and wisdom." [LW 129] Explaining the significance of torma in different contexts, Dilgo Khyentse writes, "Generally speaking, torma should be viewed as the maṇḍala in the context of approach and accomplishment, as sense pleasures in the context of making offerings, as the deity in the context of empowerment, and as the spiritual accomplishments at the conclusion of a practice." [WC 743]
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In the textual tradition of the Nyingma School, the three outer tantras are listed as Kriyā Tantra (Activity Tantra), Caryā Tantra (Performance Tantra), and Yoga Tantra (Union Tantra). These traditions are also referred to as the "Vedic Vehicles of Ascetic Practice," due to the fact that they include various ascetic practices, such as ritual cleansing and purification, that are similar to those found in the Vedic tradition of the Hindu Brahmin caste. [TD 1740]
phyi rgyud gsum;Three Outer Tantras;three outer tantras;In the textual tradition of the Nyingma School, the three outer tantras are listed as Kriyā Tantra (Activity Tantra), Caryā Tantra (Performance Tantra), and Yoga Tantra (Union Tantra). These traditions are also referred to as the "Vedic Vehicles of Ascetic Practice," due to the fact that they include various ascetic practices, such as ritual cleansing and purification, that are similar to those found in the Vedic tradition of the Hindu Brahmin caste. [TD 1740]
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lhun grub rig 'dzin;spontaneously present knowledge holder;spontaneously present knowledge holder
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rang snang;that which appears to oneself;that which appears to oneself
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These three factors are commonly listed as the primary forms of meditative experience (in contrast to actual realization). In particular, they are intimately connected with the nature of mind itself. Jamgon Kongtrül writes, "Wisdom energy is the mind's own nature-blissful, clear, and nonconceptual. When this becomes aware of itself, all fluctuations of the karmic winds are pacified." [TK 3, 45] In addition, as Lochen Dharmaśrī points out, these three also relate to the conceptual completion stage. He explains, "In the completion stage, the wisdom of bliss, clarity, and nonconceptuality arise from the channels, energies, and essences. [SD 35]
de gsal mi rtog pa;Bliss,Clarity,and Nonthought;bliss,clarity,and nonthought;These three factors are commonly listed as the primary forms of meditative experience (in contrast to actual realization). In particular, they are intimately connected with the nature of mind itself. Jamgon Kongtrül writes, "Wisdom energy is the mind's own nature-blissful, clear, and nonconceptual. When this becomes aware of itself, all fluctuations of the karmic winds are pacified." [TK 3, 45] In addition, as Lochen Dharmaśrī points out, these three also relate to the conceptual completion stage. He explains, "In the completion stage, the wisdom of bliss, clarity, and nonconceptuality arise from the channels, energies, and essences. [SD 35]
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gar gyi nyams dgu;nine expressions of the dance;nine expressions of the dance
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Ten factors related to the visualization of wrathful deities: 1-8) eight charnel ground ornaments, 9) fire of wisdom, and 10) vajra swings. [TN 85]
dpal gyi chas bcu;Ten Glorious Ornaments;ten glorious ornaments;Ten factors related to the visualization of wrathful deities: 1-8) eight charnel ground ornaments, 9) fire of wisdom, and 10) vajra swings. [TN 85]
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Along with recollecting purity and stable pride, this is one of the primary principles of development stage practice. Jigme Lingpa explains, "The forms of the central and surrounding deities ... should not be protruding like a clay statue or cast image, yet neither should they be flat like a painting. In contrast, they should be apparent, yet not truly existent, like a rainbow in the sky or the reflection of the moon in a lake. They should appear as though conjured up by a magician. Clear appearance involves fixing the mind one-pointedly on these forms with a sense of vividness, nakedness, lucidity, and clarity". [GD 219] ''See also'' clarity, purity, and pride.
rnam pa gsal ba;Clear Appearance;clear appearance;Along with recollecting purity and stable pride, this is one of the primary principles of development stage practice. Jigme Lingpa explains, "The forms of the central and surrounding deities ... should not be protruding like a clay statue or cast image, yet neither should they be flat like a painting. In contrast, they should be apparent, yet not truly existent, like a rainbow in the sky or the reflection of the moon in a lake. They should appear as though conjured up by a magician. Clear appearance involves fixing the mind one-pointedly on these forms with a sense of vividness, nakedness, lucidity, and clarity". [GD 219] ''See also'' clarity, purity, and pride.
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Avalokiteśvara is the yidam deity considered to be the unified essence of the enlightened speech of all the buddhas and the embodiment of compassion. [TD 1674]
spyan ras gzigs;Avalokiteśvara;Avalokiteśvara is the yidam deity considered to be the unified essence of the enlightened speech of all the buddhas and the embodiment of compassion. [TD 1674]
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spro bsdu'i bzlas pa;recitation of projection and absorption;recitation of projection and absorption
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The samaya being is one of the three beings set forth in development stage practice. This is the deity that one visualizes in conjunction with the ritual of which ever yidam deity is being practiced. [TK 3, 45] According to Jamgön Kongtrül, the samaya being corresponds to the luminous, enlightened mind. This, in turn, is inseparable from the wisdom being, the dharmakāya of all buddhas. [LW 62]
dam tshig sems dpa';Samaya Being;samaya being;samayasattva;The samaya being is one of the three beings set forth in development stage practice. This is the deity that one visualizes in conjunction with the ritual of which ever yidam deity is being practiced. [TK 3, 45] According to Jamgön Kongtrül, the samaya being corresponds to the luminous, enlightened mind. This, in turn, is inseparable from the wisdom being, the dharmakāya of all buddhas. [LW 62]
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Though this appellation is used as a general title for wrathful yidam deities, it often refers to the deities of the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings, such as Mahottara and Viśuddha.
dpal chen he ru ka;Great Glorious Heruka;great glorious heruka;Though this appellation is used as a general title for wrathful yidam deities, it often refers to the deities of the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings, such as Mahottara and Viśuddha.
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One of the common denominators and causes of all meditative absorptions. This form of meditation involves settling the mind one-pointedly in order to pacify mental distraction towards external objects. [TD 2384]
zhi gnas;Calm Abiding;calm abiding;One of the common denominators and causes of all meditative absorptions. This form of meditation involves settling the mind one-pointedly in order to pacify mental distraction towards external objects. [TD 2384]
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As the second of the three absorptions, this absorption involves an impartial and unified compassion towards all beings. According to Jigme Lingpa, this compassion is the natural radiance of the empty luminosity of the first absorption, the absorption of suchness. He also states that practicing this absorption frees the practitioner from nihilistic views and rebirths in the form realm, and allows for the transformation of the intermediate state into the sambhogakāya. [JL 222] Concerning the actual practice of this absorption, Tenpe Nyima writes, "Within this state of empty clarity, meditate for a while on a nonreferential, illusory compassion towards the sentient beings who do not recognize their own innate wisdom. This is the all-illuminating absorption." He further mentions that this absorption is also known as the "practice of illusory compassion," "the heroic gait," and "aspiration-free absorption." [KR 25]
kun snang gi ting nge 'dzin;Absorption of Total Illumination;absorption of total illumination;As the second of the three absorptions, this absorption involves an impartial and unified compassion towards all beings. According to Jigme Lingpa, this compassion is the natural radiance of the empty luminosity of the first absorption, the absorption of suchness. He also states that practicing this absorption frees the practitioner from nihilistic views and rebirths in the form realm, and allows for the transformation of the intermediate state into the sambhogakāya. [JL 222] Concerning the actual practice of this absorption, Tenpe Nyima writes, "Within this state of empty clarity, meditate for a while on a nonreferential, illusory compassion towards the sentient beings who do not recognize their own innate wisdom. This is the all-illuminating absorption." He further mentions that this absorption is also known as the "practice of illusory compassion," "the heroic gait," and "aspiration-free absorption." [KR 25]
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The single seal involves focusing on one principal deity. One focuses on the body of one deity that expresses the unfabricated union, and which arises together with the blissful melting of meditative absorption. Visualizing the body of the deity in this way, as nondual appearance-emptiness, is the practice of the single seal, the single mudrā. [JG 31]
phyag rgya gcig pa;Single Seal;single seal;The single seal involves focusing on one principal deity. One focuses on the body of one deity that expresses the unfabricated union, and which arises together with the blissful melting of meditative absorption. Visualizing the body of the deity in this way, as nondual appearance-emptiness, is the practice of the single seal, the single mudrā. [JG 31]
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ye shes kyi phyag rgya;wisdom mudrā;wisdom mudrā
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''See'' stake of projection and absorption.
phro bsdu;Projection and Absorption;projection and absorption;''See'' stake of projection and absorption.
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bcom ldan 'das;transcendent conqueror;transcendent conqueror
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bzhugs su gsol ba;request to remain;request to remain
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The nirmāṇakāya and the sambhogakāya, which appear to those in need of guidance once the accumulation of merit has been perfected. [TD 2499]
gzugs kyi sku;Rūpakāya;The nirmāṇakāya and the sambhogakāya, which appear to those in need of guidance once the accumulation of merit has been perfected. [TD 2499]
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The four seals, or mudrās, are a focal point in the meditative tradition of Yoga Tantra. These four are the activity seal of enlightened activity (karma mudrā), pledge seal of enlightened mind (samaya mudrā), dharma seal of enlightened speech (dharma mudrā), and great seal of enlightened form (mahāmudrā). [SG 335]
phyag rgya bzhi;Four Seals;four seals;The four seals, or mudrās, are a focal point in the meditative tradition of Yoga Tantra. These four are the activity seal of enlightened activity (karma mudrā), pledge seal of enlightened mind (samaya mudrā), dharma seal of enlightened speech (dharma mudrā), and great seal of enlightened form (mahāmudrā). [SG 335]
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chos 'byung;source of phenomena;source of phenomena
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According to Ju Mipham, the Sanskrit term ''mudrā'' carries the meaning of "a stamp, symbol, or seal that is difficult to move beyond. What this means is that these are unique factors that symbolize the enlightened body, speech, mind, and activities of realized beings. Once something has been 'sealed' with one of these, it is difficult to Stray from the factor that is being represented." [ON 568]
phyag rgya;Seal;seal;mudrā;According to Ju Mipham, the Sanskrit term ''mudrā'' carries the meaning of "a stamp, symbol, or seal that is difficult to move beyond. What this means is that these are unique factors that symbolize the enlightened body, speech, mind, and activities of realized beings. Once something has been 'sealed' with one of these, it is difficult to Stray from the factor that is being represented." [ON 568]
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dur khrod chas brgyad;eight charnel ground ornaments;eight charnel ground ornaments
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The third of three divisions that comprise the Anuttarayoga Tantra; Nondual Tantra stresses the view of the path of liberation. In the New Schools, this includes the Six Applications of the Kālacakra Tantra. [ST 6]
gnyis med rgyud;Nondual Tantra;nondual tantra;The third of three divisions that comprise the Anuttarayoga Tantra;Nondual Tantra stresses the view of the path of liberation. In the New Schools, this includes the Six Applications of the Kālacakra Tantra. [ST 6]
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A uniquely effective tantric ritual for accumulating the two accumulations of merit and wisdom. This ritual involves blessing the five sense pleasures, and food and drink in particular, as wisdom nectar. This is then offered to the deities of the three roots and to one's own body, which is regarded as the complete maṇḍala of the three seats. [TD 2289]
tshogs kyi 'khor lo;Feast;feast;A uniquely effective tantric ritual for accumulating the two accumulations of merit and wisdom. This ritual involves blessing the five sense pleasures, and food and drink in particular, as wisdom nectar. This is then offered to the deities of the three roots and to one's own body, which is regarded as the complete maṇḍala of the three seats. [TD 2289]
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sems dpa' sum brtsegs;Series of Three Beings;series of three beings;''See'' three beings.
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stobs lnga;five strengths;five strengths
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A protective barrier, formed of a vajra mesh, that is erected in all directions prior to practicing a maṇḍala, making offerings, giving an empowerment, and so forth. [TD 2983]
srung 'khor;Protection Circle;protection circle;A protective barrier, formed of a vajra mesh, that is erected in all directions prior to practicing a maṇḍala, making offerings, giving an empowerment, and so forth. [TD 2983]
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bde gshegs snying po;buddha nature;buddha nature
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Mantras are formations of syllables that protect practitioners of the Vajra Vehicle from the ordinary perceptions of their own mind. They also function to invoke the yidam deities and their retinue. [TD 707] Explaining the etymology of the term, Dudjom Rinpoche writes, "''Mana'', which conveys the meaning of mind, and ''trāya'', which conveys that of protection, become 'mantra' by syllabic contraction, and therefrom the sense of protecting the mind is derived." [NS 257] ''See also'' Secret Mantra Vehicle.
sngags;Mantra;Mantras are formations of syllables that protect practitioners of the Vajra Vehicle from the ordinary perceptions of their own mind. They also function to invoke the yidam deities and their retinue. [TD 707] Explaining the etymology of the term, Dudjom Rinpoche writes, "''Mana'', which conveys the meaning of mind, and ''trāya'', which conveys that of protection, become 'mantra' by syllabic contraction, and therefrom the sense of protecting the mind is derived." [NS 257] ''See also'' Secret Mantra Vehicle.
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mdun bskyed;frontal visualization;frontal visualization
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The unified path of training is one of five stages linked with the five luminosities. The five luminosities, as explained above, relate to the progressive refinement in the practitioner's perception of reality. Khenpo Yönga explains, "[These five luminosities] should be understood as: 1) the divine form of dedication linked with the path of accumulation, 2) the divine form of the energetic-mind on the path of joining, 3) the luminous divine form on the path of seeing, 4) the unified divine form of training linked with the path of cultivation, and 5) the unified divine form beyond training in the state of buddhahood." [NO 4, 17]
slob pa'i zung 'jug;Unified Path Of Training;unified path of training;The unified path of training is one of five stages linked with the five luminosities. The five luminosities, as explained above, relate to the progressive refinement in the practitioner's perception of reality. Khenpo Yönga explains, "[These five luminosities] should be understood as: 1) the divine form of dedication linked with the path of accumulation, 2) the divine form of the energetic-mind on the path of joining, 3) the luminous divine form on the path of seeing, 4) the unified divine form of training linked with the path of cultivation, and 5) the unified divine form beyond training in the state of buddhahood." [NO 4, 17]
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With the elaborate seal, one builds upon the maI).q.ala that was practiced via the single seal. The focus widens from a single deity to two deities in union. Alternately, the development stage of the elaborate seal can also refer to the realization that all the hosts of thoughts are the maṇḍalas of multiple deities. [JG 31]
phyag rgya spros bcas;Elaborate Seal;elaborate seal;With the elaborate seal, one builds upon the maI).q.ala that was practiced via the single seal. The focus widens from a single deity to two deities in union. Alternately, the development stage of the elaborate seal can also refer to the realization that all the hosts of thoughts are the maṇḍalas of multiple deities. [JG 31]
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lcugs pa;well-proportioned;well-proportioned
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One of the four stakes that bind the life-force; Tenpe Nyima explains, "Concerning the stake of projection and absorption, while recognizing that the universe and its inhabitants are, by nature, deity, mantra, and wisdom, emanate an inconceivable number of light rays from the deity's form and the mantra chain. Ultimately, this will result in the supreme spiritual accomplishment - the accomplishment of the twofold benefit. On a temporal level, it will accomplish the four kinds of enlightened activiry. White light, for example, will carry out peaceful activiry; yellow light, enriching activity; and so on. It will also bring, among other things, the eight mundane spiritual accomplishments." [KR 57]
phro 'du'i gzer;Stake of Projection and Absorption;stake of projection and absorption;One of the four stakes that bind the life-force;Tenpe Nyima explains, "Concerning the stake of projection and absorption, while recognizing that the universe and its inhabitants are, by nature, deity, mantra, and wisdom, emanate an inconceivable number of light rays from the deity's form and the mantra chain. Ultimately, this will result in the supreme spiritual accomplishment - the accomplishment of the twofold benefit. On a temporal level, it will accomplish the four kinds of enlightened activiry. White light, for example, will carry out peaceful activiry;yellow light, enriching activity;and so on. It will also bring, among other things, the eight mundane spiritual accomplishments." [KR 57]
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In general, this refers to the presence of the aggregates and elements as the male and female buddhas, the senses and sense objects as the male and female bodhisattvas, and the limbs as the male and female wrathful deities. [TD 1342]
gdan gsum;Three Seats;three seats;In general, this refers to the presence of the aggregates and elements as the male and female buddhas, the senses and sense objects as the male and female bodhisattvas, and the limbs as the male and female wrathful deities. [TD 1342]
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The three beings are the samaya being, wisdom being, and absorption being. These three embody the various aspects of the deity principle in development stage practice and are visualized successively.
sems dpa' gsum;Three Beings;three beings;The three beings are the samaya being, wisdom being, and absorption being. These three embody the various aspects of the deity principle in development stage practice and are visualized successively.
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sgyu 'phrul drva ba;Glorious Magical Web;glorious magical web;''See Tantra of the Secret Essence''.
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A yidam deity associated with the principle of enlightened speech (from the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings).
padma rta mgrin;Padma Hayagrīva;A yidam deity associated with the principle of enlightened speech (from the Eight Great Sādhana Teachings).
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tshad med bzhi;four immeasurables;four immeasurables
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1) That which is unchanging and indestructible; 2) an ancient Indian symbol that, of skillful means and knowledge, is used to symbolize knowledge; 3) one of the twenty-seven coincidences in Tibetan astrology; 4) an abbreviation of the Tibetan word for diamond. [TD 1438] In Vajrayāna practice, this symbolic implement is associated with a number of important principles. Generally speaking, it is linked with the male principle, compassion, skillful means, and the great bliss of unchanging reality. [YT 671]
rdo rje;Vajra;1) That which is unchanging and indestructible;2) an ancient Indian symbol that, of skillful means and knowledge, is used to symbolize knowledge;3) one of the twenty-seven coincidences in Tibetan astrology;4) an abbreviation of the Tibetan word for diamond. [TD 1438] In Vajrayāna practice, this symbolic implement is associated with a number of important principles. Generally speaking, it is linked with the male principle, compassion, skillful means, and the great bliss of unchanging reality. [YT 671]
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ting nge 'dzin sems dpa';absorption being;absorption being
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rdzogs rim;completion stage;completion stage
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rin chen 'byung gnas;Ratnasambhava;ratnasambhava
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[Lit. ''Activity Tantra''] - The first of the three outer tantras; the view of this system, in terms of the ultimate, relates to the natural purity of all phenomena, while relatively one gains spiritual accomplishments by being blessed by the pure deity. Practice in this tradition focuses on the wisdom being and mantra recitation. Its conduct involves various forms of ritual purification and asceticism. [KG 34]
bya rgyud;Activity Tantra;activity tantra;Kriyā Tantra;[Lit. ''Activity Tantra''] - The first of the three outer tantras;the view of this system, in terms of the ultimate, relates to the natural purity of all phenomena, while relatively one gains spiritual accomplishments by being blessed by the pure deity. Practice in this tradition focuses on the wisdom being and mantra recitation. Its conduct involves various forms of ritual purification and asceticism. [KG 34]
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byang ch ub gyi sems bskyed;generating the awakened mind;generating the awakened mind
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This is one part of a twofold visualization process found in the Mahāyoga teachings of the Nyingma School. In this stage of practice, all the phenomena of saṃsāra and nirvāṇa are transformed through a complex visualization process in which the central deities of the maṇḍala "give birth" to the deities in the retinue. [LT 460]
gzhan sras;Another's Child;another's child;This is one part of a twofold visualization process found in the Mahāyoga teachings of the Nyingma School. In this stage of practice, all the phenomena of saṃsāra and nirvāṇa are transformed through a complex visualization process in which the central deities of the maṇḍala "give birth" to the deities in the retinue. [LT 460]
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rnam smin rig 'dzin;matured knowledge holder;matured knowledge holder
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sbyor lam;path of joining;path of joining
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In the Nyingma tradition, the system of the inner tantras is said to comprise three avenues of practice - the development stage, completion stage, and the Great Perfection. These three, in turn, are associated with Mahāyoga, Anuyoga, and Atiyoga - the three inner tantras. As Dilgo Khyentse explains, "Development and Mahāyoga are like the basis for all the teachings, completion and Anuyoga are like the path of all the teachings, and the Great Perfection of Atiyoga is like the result of all the teachings." [WC 773]
bskyed rdzogs rdzogs chen;Development,Completion,and Great Perfection;development,completion,and great perfection;In the Nyingma tradition, the system of the inner tantras is said to comprise three avenues of practice - the development stage, completion stage, and the Great Perfection. These three, in turn, are associated with Mahāyoga, Anuyoga, and Atiyoga - the three inner tantras. As Dilgo Khyentse explains, "Development and Mahāyoga are like the basis for all the teachings, completion and Anuyoga are like the path of all the teachings, and the Great Perfection of Atiyoga is like the result of all the teachings." [WC 773]
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dam tshig gi dkyil 'khor;samaya maṇḍala;samaya maṇḍala
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The death process is considered to be of vital importance in the Buddhist tradition, primarily because it affords a uniquely powerful opportunity to attain liberation. In terms of tantric practice, this process is purified by the completion stage. According to Tsele Natsok Rangdröl, there are outer, inner, and secret signs that mark this process. The outer signs relate primarily to the steady decrease of the body's ability to function correctly and the experiences that ensue from this decay. The inner signs have to do with the various mental states that accompany this process. The secret signs, such as the perception of smoke and mist, are associated with the mind's luminous nature. [MM 29-30] ''See also'' three appearances.
chi srid;Death;death;The death process is considered to be of vital importance in the Buddhist tradition, primarily because it affords a uniquely powerful opportunity to attain liberation. In terms of tantric practice, this process is purified by the completion stage. According to Tsele Natsok Rangdröl, there are outer, inner, and secret signs that mark this process. The outer signs relate primarily to the steady decrease of the body's ability to function correctly and the experiences that ensue from this decay. The inner signs have to do with the various mental states that accompany this process. The secret signs, such as the perception of smoke and mist, are associated with the mind's luminous nature. [MM 29-30] ''See also'' three appearances.
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rten cing 'brel bar byung ba;interdependent origination;interdependent origination
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Beings in the intermediate state of the desire realm; this term literally means "scent-eater" due to the fact that these beings subsist on either pleasant or unpleasant smells, depending on their karmic propensities. [TD 1330]
dri za;Disembodied Consciousness;disembodied consciousness;Beings in the intermediate state of the desire realm;this term literally means "scent-eater" due to the fact that these beings subsist on either pleasant or unpleasant smells, depending on their karmic propensities. [TD 1330]
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rdo rje theg pa;Vajra Vehicle;vajra vehicle
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Vajra recitation is the practice of linking mantra recitation with movements of the breath. This often involves linking the inhalation, resting, and exhalation of the breath with the mental recitation of the seed syllables OṂ AḤ HūṂ, while simultaneously holding the vase breath. [NO 4, 20]
rdo rje'i bzlas pa;Vajra Recitation;vajra recitation;Vajra recitation is the practice of linking mantra recitation with movements of the breath. This often involves linking the inhalation, resting, and exhalation of the breath with the mental recitation of the seed syllables OṂ AḤ HūṂ, while simultaneously holding the vase breath. [NO 4, 20]
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An alternate term for the Vajra Vehicle; Ju Mipham explains, "This system is 'secret' insofar as the profound maṇḍala of the victorious ones' enlightened body, speech, and mind is present as the innate nature of all phenomena. Nevertheless, this is inherently hidden from those who are confused and must be revealed skillfully. It is not revealed explicitly to the inferior practitioners of the lower approaches, bur is transmitted secretly. Hence, it is not part of the range of experience of ordinary disciples. The term 'mantra' indicates that, in order to practice the maṇḍala of these three secrets, this nature is presented as it actually is; it is not hidden or kept secret." [KG 38]
gsang sngags kyi theg pal;Secret Mantra Vehicle;secret mantra vehicle;guhyamantrayāna;An alternate term for the Vajra Vehicle;Ju Mipham explains, "This system is 'secret' insofar as the profound maṇḍala of the victorious ones' enlightened body, speech, and mind is present as the innate nature of all phenomena. Nevertheless, this is inherently hidden from those who are confused and must be revealed skillfully. It is not revealed explicitly to the inferior practitioners of the lower approaches, bur is transmitted secretly. Hence, it is not part of the range of experience of ordinary disciples. The term 'mantra' indicates that, in order to practice the maṇḍala of these three secrets, this nature is presented as it actually is;it is not hidden or kept secret." [KG 38]
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There are four factors that subsume all aspects of development stage practice. Jamgön Kongtrül explains, "To engage in development stage practice, one needs to have at least some understanding of four factors: the basis, object, and process and result of purification ... The process of purification involves the various form yogas. Here, the five manifestations of enlightenment, the four vajras, the ritual of the three vajras, and other such visualizations are employed to purify the birth process, such as womb birth, egg birth, and heat-moisture birth. Miraculous birth is purified by visualizing instantaneously, in others words by perfecting the visualization with an instant of mindfulness ... In short, though there are various approaches found in the Nyingma tradition and the New Schools, they are fundamentally the same in that they all purify the affiictions, the impurities of confusion." [ND 13-14]
sbyong byed;Process of Purification;process of purification;There are four factors that subsume all aspects of development stage practice. Jamgön Kongtrül explains, "To engage in development stage practice, one needs to have at least some understanding of four factors: the basis, object, and process and result of purification ... The process of purification involves the various form yogas. Here, the five manifestations of enlightenment, the four vajras, the ritual of the three vajras, and other such visualizations are employed to purify the birth process, such as womb birth, egg birth, and heat-moisture birth. Miraculous birth is purified by visualizing instantaneously, in others words by perfecting the visualization with an instant of mindfulness ... In short, though there are various approaches found in the Nyingma tradition and the New Schools, they are fundamentally the same in that they all purify the affiictions, the impurities of confusion." [ND 13-14]
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1) In terms of the energetic body, the cakras are circular conglomerations of energetic channels that are supported by the central channel [TD 2209]; 2) as a symbolic implement used in development stage practice, the cakra is a circular instrument that symbolizes cutting through the afflictions. [KR 51]
khor lo;Cakra;cakra;1) In terms of the energetic body, the cakras are circular conglomerations of energetic channels that are supported by the central channel [TD 2209];2) as a symbolic implement used in development stage practice, the cakra is a circular instrument that symbolizes cutting through the afflictions. [KR 51]
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ting nge 'dzin;meditative absorption;meditative absorption
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The sixteen joys are a more detailed presentation of the four joys, a common principle in both the New Schools and Nyingma teachings on the conceptual completion stage
dga' ba bcu drug;Sixteen Joys;sixteen joys;The sixteen joys are a more detailed presentation of the four joys, a common principle in both the New Schools and Nyingma teachings on the conceptual completion stage
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One of the five kāyas; while not wavering from the form of reality, the dharmakāya, this form appears solely to those disciples who are noble bodhisattvas. It is also the basis for the arising of the emanated form, the nirmāṇakāya, and is adorned with major and minor marks. [TD 2818] Padmasambhava explains further, "Sambhogakāya is the enjoyment of the self-existing wisdom of awareness because the kāyas and wisdoms are present within the continuity of the innate nature of your mind." [DE 190]
longs spyod rdzogs pa'i sku;Sambhogakāya;One of the five kāyas;while not wavering from the form of reality, the dharmakāya, this form appears solely to those disciples who are noble bodhisattvas. It is also the basis for the arising of the emanated form, the nirmāṇakāya, and is adorned with major and minor marks. [TD 2818] Padmasambhava explains further, "Sambhogakāya is the enjoyment of the self-existing wisdom of awareness because the kāyas and wisdoms are present within the continuity of the innate nature of your mind." [DE 190]
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dri sa;disembodied consciousness;disembodied consciousness
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The perfect teaching, the perfect time, the perfect teacher, the perfect place, and the perfect retinue. [TD 1718]
phun sum tshogs pa lnga;Five Perfections;five perfections;The perfect teaching, the perfect time, the perfect teacher, the perfect place, and the perfect retinue. [TD 1718]
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A pure land where buddhas and bodhisattvas abide, such as the Realm of Bliss (Dewa Chen). [TD 2388]
zhing khams;Pure Realm;pure realm;A pure land where buddhas and bodhisattvas abide, such as the Realm of Bliss (Dewa Chen). [TD 2388]
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In this term, "knowledge" refers to deity, mantra, and the wisdom of great bliss. One who "holds" these three, then, with profound and skillful means is a "knowledge holder." [TD 2683] In the ''Chariot to Omniscience'', Jigme Lingpa points out that there are many different approaches to classifying these levels of realization. Explaining the approach advocated by Longchenpa, he writes. "The approach taken by the great Omniscient One is to link the four knowledge holders with the five paths. By stabilizing one's practice of the development stage, the mind itself matures into a divine form. Nevertheless, at this stage one does not engage the immediate cause and: hence, is unable to refine the impure elements. Such individuals are on the paths of accumulation and joining, which are associated with the matured knowledge holder." Addressing the second and third levels, he continues, "If the physical body, the maturation [of past karma], is destroyed before they attain the supreme state on the path of joining, the practitioner will attain the great seal in the intermediate state, without having to take rebirth. The rationale is that the mind will have already matured into the form of the deity, the illusory empty form. Hence, as soon as the matured body is cast away, one will immediately attain the bodhisattva's path of seeing. On the other hand, if one reaches the supreme state with [the ordinary body] as one's basis, one will, as is said, 'attain the level of the supreme knowledge holder with power over longevity.' Said differently, the physical body itself, the support, will transform into a clear, vajralike body." [YT 418] It should be noted that there are different presentations of the relationship between the four knowledge holders and the five paths. Dudjom Rinpoche, for example, places all four levels of knowledge holder on the transcendent paths, the path of seeing, the path of cultivation, and the path beyond training. [NS 281] According to Khenpo Yönga, this is also the approach taken by the masters of the Zur clan, the famed Nyingma lineage that flourished in the eleventh and twelfth centuries. He explains, "The textual lineage of the Zur clan places the four knowledge holders on the three paths of seeing, cultivation, and liberation, encompassing the ten levels upon which the noble ones train. The first two knowledge holders relate to the path of seeing. At this stage true reality is seen, but the flame of wisdom is, as of yet, unable to purify the matured body. This is the 'matured knowledge holder.' When this capacity is in place, the body transforms into a clear form, free from birth and death, which is the 'knowledge holder with power over longevity.' 'The knowledge holder of the great seal' applies to the path of cultivation and the spontaneously present knowledge holder to the state of liberation.' Concluding, Khenpo Yönga writes, "These two approaches come to the same point, however. The difference is only in terms of the point at which certain ''labels'' are applied, in this case that being whether or not the label 'matured knowledge holder' applies to the paths of accumulation and joining." [NO 419]
rig 'dzin;Knowledge Holder;knowledge holder;In this term, "knowledge" refers to deity, mantra, and the wisdom of great bliss. One who "holds" these three, then, with profound and skillful means is a "knowledge holder." [TD 2683] In the ''Chariot to Omniscience'', Jigme Lingpa points out that there are many different approaches to classifying these levels of realization. Explaining the approach advocated by Longchenpa, he writes. "The approach taken by the great Omniscient One is to link the four knowledge holders with the five paths. By stabilizing one's practice of the development stage, the mind itself matures into a divine form. Nevertheless, at this stage one does not engage the immediate cause and: hence, is unable to refine the impure elements. Such individuals are on the paths of accumulation and joining, which are associated with the matured knowledge holder." Addressing the second and third levels, he continues, "If the physical body, the maturation [of past karma], is destroyed before they attain the supreme state on the path of joining, the practitioner will attain the great seal in the intermediate state, without having to take rebirth. The rationale is that the mind will have already matured into the form of the deity, the illusory empty form. Hence, as soon as the matured body is cast away, one will immediately attain the bodhisattva's path of seeing. On the other hand, if one reaches the supreme state with [the ordinary body] as one's basis, one will, as is said, 'attain the level of the supreme knowledge holder with power over longevity.' Said differently, the physical body itself, the support, will transform into a clear, vajralike body." [YT 418] It should be noted that there are different presentations of the relationship between the four knowledge holders and the five paths. Dudjom Rinpoche, for example, places all four levels of knowledge holder on the transcendent paths, the path of seeing, the path of cultivation, and the path beyond training. [NS 281] According to Khenpo Yönga, this is also the approach taken by the masters of the Zur clan, the famed Nyingma lineage that flourished in the eleventh and twelfth centuries. He explains, "The textual lineage of the Zur clan places the four knowledge holders on the three paths of seeing, cultivation, and liberation, encompassing the ten levels upon which the noble ones train. The first two knowledge holders relate to the path of seeing. At this stage true reality is seen, but the flame of wisdom is, as of yet, unable to purify the matured body. This is the 'matured knowledge holder.' When this capacity is in place, the body transforms into a clear form, free from birth and death, which is the 'knowledge holder with power over longevity.' 'The knowledge holder of the great seal' applies to the path of cultivation and the spontaneously present knowledge holder to the state of liberation.' Concluding, Khenpo Yönga writes, "These two approaches come to the same point, however. The difference is only in terms of the point at which certain ''labels'' are applied, in this case that being whether or not the label 'matured knowledge holder' applies to the paths of accumulation and joining." [NO 419]
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Along with the path of skillful means, this is one of two practical approaches found in the Anuttarayoga Tantras. Ju Mipham explains, "In this phase of practice, one relies primarily upon the knowledge that comes from study, contemplation, and meditation, which allows one to come to a definitive understanding that all phenomena have been enlightened from the very beginning within the great maṇḍala of spontaneous perfection; that they are one's own innate wisdom. By meditating on this, one progresses along the path and is liberated into great equality - the maṇḍala of natural manifestation of the kāyas and wisdoms." [ON 420]
grol lam;Path of Liberation;path of liberation;Along with the path of skillful means, this is one of two practical approaches found in the Anuttarayoga Tantras. Ju Mipham explains, "In this phase of practice, one relies primarily upon the knowledge that comes from study, contemplation, and meditation, which allows one to come to a definitive understanding that all phenomena have been enlightened from the very beginning within the great maṇḍala of spontaneous perfection;that they are one's own innate wisdom. By meditating on this, one progresses along the path and is liberated into great equality - the maṇḍala of natural manifestation of the kāyas and wisdoms." [ON 420]
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The five paths can be categorized in terms of the way in which the fundamental nature of things is perceived. The wisdoms associated with the perception of reality that occur at these various stages are: 1) the ''luminosity of intellectual understanding'' that occurs on the path of accumulation, 2) the ''symbolic luminosity'' that occurs on the path of joining, 3) the ''true luminosity'' that takes place on the path of seeing, 4) the ''luminosity of training'' that occurs on the path of cultivation, and 5) the ''culminating luminosity'', which takes place on the path beyond training. [NO 4, 17] ''See also'' luminosity.
od gsal lnga;Five Luminosities;five luminosities;The five paths can be categorized in terms of the way in which the fundamental nature of things is perceived. The wisdoms associated with the perception of reality that occur at these various stages are: 1) the ''luminosity of intellectual understanding'' that occurs on the path of accumulation, 2) the ''symbolic luminosity'' that occurs on the path of joining, 3) the ''true luminosity'' that takes place on the path of seeing, 4) the ''luminosity of training'' that occurs on the path of cultivation, and 5) the ''culminating luminosity'', which takes place on the path beyond training. [NO 4, 17] ''See also'' luminosity.
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One of three types of mantra; knowledge mantras are used primarily to accomplish the enlightened activities of a deity and the aspect of knowledge, vajra mind. [TD 2681]
rigs sngags/vidyāmantra;Knowledge Mantra;knowledge mantra;One of three types of mantra;knowledge mantras are used primarily to accomplish the enlightened activities of a deity and the aspect of knowledge, vajra mind. [TD 2681]
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The female counterpart of Samantabhadra; representing wisdom, Samantabhadrī embodies the empty nature of all phenomena, the "pure spacious expanse." [NS 284]
kun tu bzang mo;Samantabhadrī;The female counterpart of Samantabhadra;representing wisdom, Samantabhadrī embodies the empty nature of all phenomena, the "pure spacious expanse." [NS 284]
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thabs kyi theg pa;Vehicle of Skillful Means;vehicle of skillful means
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1) a triangular shape visualized in development stage practice; 2) a symbol of the feminine principle. [TD 8401]
chos 'byung;Source of Phenomena;source of phenomena;dharmodaya;1) a triangular shape visualized in development stage practice;2) a symbol of the feminine principle. [TD 8401]
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rgyud gsang ba snying po;Guhyagarbha Tantra;guhyagarbha tantra;''See Tantra of the Secret Essence''.
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rgyud sde;Collected Tantras;collected tantras
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khrus lung;transmission of purification;transmission of purification
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The completion stage is divided into two categories, the conceptual completion stage and the nonconceptual completion stage. In the latter, practice does not involve the mental reference points and visualizations found in the former, but, as Ju Mipham points out, " ...is free from intentional effort and subtle concepts." [ON 417] The most well known traditions associated with this style of practice are those of the Great Perfection and the Great Seal.
mtshan med rdzogs rim;Nonconceptual Completion Stage;nonconceptual completion stage;The completion stage is divided into two categories, the conceptual completion stage and the nonconceptual completion stage. In the latter, practice does not involve the mental reference points and visualizations found in the former, but, as Ju Mipham points out, " ...is free from intentional effort and subtle concepts." [ON 417] The most well known traditions associated with this style of practice are those of the Great Perfection and the Great Seal.
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mchod phyir thogs;offering string;offering string
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In the Mother Tantra, the completion stage associated with the subtle essences is emphasized, in which case one relies either upon the body of another or one's own body. In the New Schools, the Mother Tantra includes Naropa's Six Dharmas. [ST 6] In the Nyingma tradition, Mother Tantra is equated with Anuyoga, the eighth of the nine vehicles. [DZ 24]
ma rgyud;Mother Tantra;mother tantra;In the Mother Tantra, the completion stage associated with the subtle essences is emphasized, in which case one relies either upon the body of another or one's own body. In the New Schools, the Mother Tantra includes Naropa's Six Dharmas. [ST 6] In the Nyingma tradition, Mother Tantra is equated with Anuyoga, the eighth of the nine vehicles. [DZ 24]
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gzi byin ldan pa;intense presence;intense presence
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bsnyen sgrub yan lag bzhi;four divisions of approach and accomplishment;four divisions of approach and accomplishment
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Along with the supreme spiritual accomplishment, there are eight mundane spiritual accomplishments as well: 1) the sword that enables one to travel through the sky and space, 2) pills that allow one to be invisible and shift shape, 3) eye salve that allows one to see any worldly form as nonexistent, 4) swift-footedness, 5) the ability to extract and sustain oneself on the essences of plants and minerals (including the practice of alchemy), 6) the ability to travel to celestial realms, 7) invisibility, and 8) the ability to extract treasures from the earth and provide beings with what they desire. [TD 675]
thun mong dngos grub;Mundane Spiritual Accomplishment;mundane spiritual accomplishment;Along with the supreme spiritual accomplishment, there are eight mundane spiritual accomplishments as well: 1) the sword that enables one to travel through the sky and space, 2) pills that allow one to be invisible and shift shape, 3) eye salve that allows one to see any worldly form as nonexistent, 4) swift-footedness, 5) the ability to extract and sustain oneself on the essences of plants and minerals (including the practice of alchemy), 6) the ability to travel to celestial realms, 7) invisibility, and 8) the ability to extract treasures from the earth and provide beings with what they desire. [TD 675]
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The third of the five paths; the stage of spiritual attainment in which one witnesses the true nature of reality for the first time, progressing to the level of a noble one. [TD 1222]
mthong lam;Path of Seeing;path of seeing;The third of the five paths;the stage of spiritual attainment in which one witnesses the true nature of reality for the first time, progressing to the level of a noble one. [TD 1222]
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Great accomplishment is the last of the four divisions of approach and accomplishment. Though this stage is relevant in a variety of contexts, in terms of development stage practice great accomplishment entails working for the welfare of others, primarily via the four kinds of enlightened activity. [KR 60]
sgrub pa chen po;Great Accomplishment;great accomplishment;Great accomplishment is the last of the four divisions of approach and accomplishment. Though this stage is relevant in a variety of contexts, in terms of development stage practice great accomplishment entails working for the welfare of others, primarily via the four kinds of enlightened activity. [KR 60]
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snang stong zung 'jug;unity of appearance and emptiness;unity of appearance and emptiness
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nyams;experiences [meditative];experiences [meditative]
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Five substances that are used as inner offerings in the Secret Mantra tradition: excrement, urine, ova, flesh, and semen. [TD 1362]
bdud rtsi lnga;Five Nectars;five nectars;Five substances that are used as inner offerings in the Secret Mantra tradition: excrement, urine, ova, flesh, and semen. [TD 1362]
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tshe lung;transmission of life;transmission of life
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The abodes of the first through the fourth meditative absorptions, which are located in the space above Mount Meru. The inhabitants of this realm have a body of light that is clear by nature. While they are free from passion, they still cling to form. [TD 2499]
gzugs khams;Form Realm;form realm;rūpadhātu;The abodes of the first through the fourth meditative absorptions, which are located in the space above Mount Meru. The inhabitants of this realm have a body of light that is clear by nature. While they are free from passion, they still cling to form. [TD 2499]
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spyi bo'i 'khor lo;crown cakra;crown cakra
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As taught in the inner tantras, it is generally considered essential to have all three of these factors present when engaging in the tantric practice of the development stage. By meditating in accordance with the processes of the birth, death, and the intermediate state (which comprise cyclic existence) - the four types of birth and so on-all clinging and appearances related to the three levels of existence are refined away and ''purified''. By meditating on the pure realms, deities, and so forth (which accord with nirvāṇa) the qualities of the fruition, such as the three kāyas, are ''perfected'' in the ground, and the unique potential that allows for these qualities to be actualized comes into existence. In the same manner, penetrating the vital point of both purity and perfection (or, said differently, of the channels, energies, and essences in the vajra body), one is matured for the symbolic wisdom and true luminosity of the completion stage. [TD 1238]
dag rdzogs smin gsum;Purification,Perfection,And Maturation;purification,perfection,and maturation;As taught in the inner tantras, it is generally considered essential to have all three of these factors present when engaging in the tantric practice of the development stage. By meditating in accordance with the processes of the birth, death, and the intermediate state (which comprise cyclic existence) - the four types of birth and so on-all clinging and appearances related to the three levels of existence are refined away and ''purified''. By meditating on the pure realms, deities, and so forth (which accord with nirvāṇa) the qualities of the fruition, such as the three kāyas, are ''perfected'' in the ground, and the unique potential that allows for these qualities to be actualized comes into existence. In the same manner, penetrating the vital point of both purity and perfection (or, said differently, of the channels, energies, and essences in the vajra body), one is matured for the symbolic wisdom and true luminosity of the completion stage. [TD 1238]
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od gsal kyi sku;form of luminosity;form of luminosity
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mos bsgom;devoted training;devoted training
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ting nge 'dzin;Absorption;absorption;samādhi;'See' meditative absorption.
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rdo rje nga rgyal;Vajra Pride;vajra pride;''See'' stable pride.
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dngos grub;spiritual accomplishment;spiritual accomplishment
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rig sngags;knowledge mantra;knowledge mantra
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These three principles are used to present the most important aspects of development stage visualization. Jamgon Kongtrül explains, "Regardless of whether you are meditating on the development stage in an elaborate or concise form, there are three factors involved. The clear appearance of the visualization purifies one's fixation towards "objective" appearances, recollecting purity eliminates the idea that it is a solid thing, and stable pride vanquishes the belief in an ordinary 'I'." [ND 15]
gsal dag nga rgyal gsum;Clarity,Purity,and Pride;clarity,purity,and pride;These three principles are used to present the most important aspects of development stage visualization. Jamgon Kongtrül explains, "Regardless of whether you are meditating on the development stage in an elaborate or concise form, there are three factors involved. The clear appearance of the visualization purifies one's fixation towards "objective" appearances, recollecting purity eliminates the idea that it is a solid thing, and stable pride vanquishes the belief in an ordinary 'I'." [ND 15]
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