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One of the twenty-five disciples of Guru Rinpoche; the reincarnation of Lekdrup of Tsang. Born in the region of Gyalmo Tsawarong, he was brought up by Vairochana and reached perfection in both learning and yogic accomplishment. He is counted among the 108 lotsawas and is one o f the main lineage holders o f the Min d Section of Dzogchen, from the great translator Vairochana.
g.yu sgra snying po;One of the twenty-five disciples of Guru Rinpoche;the reincarnation of Lekdrup of Tsang. Born in the region of Gyalmo Tsawarong, he was brought up by Vairochana and reached perfection in both learning and yogic accomplishment. He is counted among the 108 lotsawas and is one o f the main lineage holders o f the Min d Section of Dzogchen, from the great translator Vairochana.
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One of the eight manifestations of Padmasambhava.
seng ge sgra grogs;One of the eight manifestations of Padmasambhava.
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A master in the Dzogchen lineage and the crown ornament of five hundred panditas, who attained the indestructible form of the rainbow body. He received the transmission of Dzogchen from Shri Singha and Jnanasutra. Vimalamitra is regarded as one of the three main forefathers for establishing the Dzogchen teachings in Tibet, especially the Instruction Section, which he chiefly transmitted to five people: King Trisong Deutsen, Prince Muney Tsenpo, Tingdzin Sangpo of Nyang, Kawa Paltsek, and Chokro Lui Gyaltsen. Having translated these extremely profound instructions, he concealed the texts at Samye Chimphu for the sake of future generations. On his departure to the Five-Peaked Mountain in China, Vimalamitra made the promise to return once every century in order to clarify and propagate the teachings of the secret, innermost essence, Sangwa Nyingtig. The oral lineage of his teachings on the Instruction Section was continued by Tingdzin Sangpo of Nyang, who also concealed one set of the scriptures. One hundred and fifty-five years after Vimalamitra departed from Tibet, an emanation of him named Dangma Lhűngyal took out the hidden texts. They are now included in the collection known as Vima Nyingtig the "Heart Essence of Vimalamitra." In his role as lineage holder of Nectar Quality from among the Eight Sadhana Teachings, he is counted among the eight vidyadharas of India, the receiver of the Eightfold Volume of Nectar Quality. According to this lineage, he was born in Elephant Grove, an area in the western part of India. He was learned in both the common and extraordinary topics of knowledge and received teachings on the tantras from Buddhaguhya and many other illustrious masters. Having practiced, he reached the accomplishment of the vidyadhara level of mahamudra and wrote numerous treatises, mainly on the teachings connected to the Magical Net.
dri med bshes gnyen;A master in the Dzogchen lineage and the crown ornament of five hundred panditas, who attained the indestructible form of the rainbow body. He received the transmission of Dzogchen from Shri Singha and Jnanasutra. Vimalamitra is regarded as one of the three main forefathers for establishing the Dzogchen teachings in Tibet, especially the Instruction Section, which he chiefly transmitted to five people: King Trisong Deutsen, Prince Muney Tsenpo, Tingdzin Sangpo of Nyang, Kawa Paltsek, and Chokro Lui Gyaltsen. Having translated these extremely profound instructions, he concealed the texts at Samye Chimphu for the sake of future generations. On his departure to the Five-Peaked Mountain in China, Vimalamitra made the promise to return once every century in order to clarify and propagate the teachings of the secret, innermost essence, Sangwa Nyingtig. The oral lineage of his teachings on the Instruction Section was continued by Tingdzin Sangpo of Nyang, who also concealed one set of the scriptures. One hundred and fifty-five years after Vimalamitra departed from Tibet, an emanation of him named Dangma Lhűngyal took out the hidden texts. They are now included in the collection known as Vima Nyingtig the "Heart Essence of Vimalamitra." In his role as lineage holder of Nectar Quality from among the Eight Sadhana Teachings, he is counted among the eight vidyadharas of India, the receiver of the Eightfold Volume of Nectar Quality. According to this lineage, he was born in Elephant Grove, an area in the western part of India. He was learned in both the common and extraordinary topics of knowledge and received teachings on the tantras from Buddhaguhya and many other illustrious masters. Having practiced, he reached the accomplishment of the vidyadhara level of mahamudra and wrote numerous treatises, mainly on the teachings connected to the Magical Net.
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"Blissfully gone." (i) The historical Buddha Shakyamuni. (2) Any fully enlightened being.
bde bar gshegs pa;Sugata;"Blissfully gone." (i) The historical Buddha Shakyamuni. (2) Any fully enlightened being.
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The tantras belonging to the three vehicles of Kriya, Upa, and Yoga. In the context of the Old School of the Early Translations (Ngagyur Nyingma), they were translated into Tibetan mainly by Shantarakshita and Kawa Paltsek. Listed in chapter 12.
gsang sngags phyi'i rgyud sde;Outer Tantras of Secret Mantra;outer tantras of secret mantra;The tantras belonging to the three vehicles of Kriya, Upa, and Yoga. In the context of the Old School of the Early Translations (Ngagyur Nyingma), they were translated into Tibetan mainly by Shantarakshita and Kawa Paltsek. Listed in chapter 12.
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mi ma yin;Nonhumans;nonhumans;Spirits, ghosts, or demons.
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The Golden Garland Chronicles (p. 179) describes this place as: "The eminent celestial sacred place of the vidyadharas, the wild jungle which is a crossroad on the secret path of great bliss." It is also counted among the traditional eight charnel grounds.
tsan dan tshal gyi dur khrod;Sandal Grove charnel ground;sandal grove charnel ground;The Golden Garland Chronicles (p. 179) describes this place as: "The eminent celestial sacred place of the vidyadharas, the wild jungle which is a crossroad on the secret path of great bliss." It is also counted among the traditional eight charnel grounds.
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A drink of sugar cane or grain from Nepal.
so chang;Gola;A drink of sugar cane or grain from Nepal.
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Tibetan wine, usually made from barley grains.
chang;Chang;chang;Tibetan wine, usually made from barley grains.
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Rituals performed to remove obstacles to life and health.
zhabs brten;Supportive rituals;supportive rituals;Rituals performed to remove obstacles to life and health.
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An ancient Indian kingdom believed to be situated around Mandir in the present state of Himachal Pradesh in north India.
za hor;Sahor;An ancient Indian kingdom believed to be situated around Mandir in the present state of Himachal Pradesh in north India.
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The first of the Three Inner Tantras. Mahayoga as scripture is divided into two parts: Tantra Section and Sadhana Section. The Tantra Section consists of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras, while the Sadhana Section is comprised of the Eight Sadhana Teachings. Jamgőn Kongtrŭl says in his Treasury of Knowledge: "Mahayoga emphasizes means (Skt. upaya), the development stage, and the view that liberation is attained through growing accustomed to insight into the nature of the indivisibility of the superior two truths." The superior two truths in Mahayoga are purity and equality: The pure natures of the aggregates, elements, and sense factors are the male and female buddhas and bodhisattvas. At the same time, everything that appears and exists is of the equal nature of emptiness.
rnal 'byor chen po;Mahayoga;The first of the Three Inner Tantras. Mahayoga as scripture is divided into two parts: Tantra Section and Sadhana Section. The Tantra Section consists of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras, while the Sadhana Section is comprised of the Eight Sadhana Teachings. Jamgőn Kongtrŭl says in his Treasury of Knowledge: "Mahayoga emphasizes means (Skt. upaya), the development stage, and the view that liberation is attained through growing accustomed to insight into the nature of the indivisibility of the superior two truths." The superior two truths in Mahayoga are purity and equality: The pure natures of the aggregates, elements, and sense factors are the male and female buddhas and bodhisattvas. At the same time, everything that appears and exists is of the equal nature of emptiness.
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Tantric deity always shown with a horse's head within his flaming hair; wrathful aspect of Buddha Amitabha. Here, he is identical with Padma Heruka, Lotus Speech, from among the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
rta mgrin);Hayagriva;Tantric deity always shown with a horse's head within his flaming hair;wrathful aspect of Buddha Amitabha. Here, he is identical with Padma Heruka, Lotus Speech, from among the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
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(i) "Seer," inspired Vedic sage, brahmanical ascetic with magical powers. (2) Title for someone who has attained the power of truthful speech, so that whatever he says comes true.
drang srong;Rishi;(i) "Seer," inspired Vedic sage, brahmanical ascetic with magical powers. (2) Title for someone who has attained the power of truthful speech, so that whatever he says comes true.
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The faculty that sees reality without obscurations.
chos kyi mig;Eye of dharma;eye of dharma;The faculty that sees reality without obscurations.
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The wondrous temple complex built by King Trisong Deutsen (790—844) and consecrated by Guru Rinpoche. Situated in Central Tibet close to Lhasa, it was the center of the early transmission. It is also known as Glorious Samye, the Unchanging and Spontaneously Accomplished Temple.
bsam yas;Samye;samye;The wondrous temple complex built by King Trisong Deutsen (790—844) and consecrated by Guru Rinpoche. Situated in Central Tibet close to Lhasa, it was the center of the early transmission. It is also known as Glorious Samye, the Unchanging and Spontaneously Accomplished Temple.
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The name of the text used for this translation of Padmasambhava's life story. See Translator's Preface.
zangs gling ma;The name of the text used for this translation of Padmasambhava's life story. See Translator's Preface.
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"Precious Master," the lotus-born tantric master who established Vajrayana Buddhism in Tibet in the ninth century at the invitation of King Trisong Deutsen. He manifested the attainment of the four vidyadhara levels. He hid innumerable Dharma treasures throughout Tibet, Nepal, and Bhutan to be revealed by destined disciples in the centuries to come. Guru Rinpoche resides on the summit of the Copper-Colored Mountain on the southeastern continent. He is also known by the names Padmasambhava and Padmakara. See also Padmakara.
gu ru rin po che;Guru Rinpoche;guru rinpoche;"Precious Master," the lotus-born tantric master who established Vajrayana Buddhism in Tibet in the ninth century at the invitation of King Trisong Deutsen. He manifested the attainment of the four vidyadhara levels. He hid innumerable Dharma treasures throughout Tibet, Nepal, and Bhutan to be revealed by destined disciples in the centuries to come. Guru Rinpoche resides on the summit of the Copper-Colored Mountain on the southeastern continent. He is also known by the names Padmasambhava and Padmakara. See also Padmakara.
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"Permission once given (cannot be taken back)." The great white stupa at Boudhanath in the Kath-mandu Valley.
bya rung kha shor;Jarung Khashor;jarung khashor;"Permission once given (cannot be taken back)." The great white stupa at Boudhanath in the Kath-mandu Valley.
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The primordial buddha Samantabhadra; a synonym for the enlightened state of dharmakaya.
sangs rgyas 'od mi gyur ba;Buddha Unchanging Light;buddha unchanging light;The primordial buddha Samantabhadra;a synonym for the enlightened state of dharmakaya.
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Of or pertaining to samsara; worldly, mundane, profane.
'khor ba'i;Samsaric;samsaric;Of or pertaining to samsara;worldly, mundane, profane.
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The Vajrayana system of the Nyingma School, the emphasis of which is on the Three Inner Tantras: Mahayoga, Anu Yoga, and Ati Yoga. According to Jamgŏn Kongtrűl, the chief scriptures are the Magical Net of mahayoga, the Embodiment of Realization of Anu Yoga, and the Dzogchen tantras of the Mind Section and Space Section. These are adorned with the Eight Sadhana Teachings, while the vital life force is the Instruction Section of Dzogchen, the extract of the realization of Padmasambhava and Vimalamitra, which is contained in the collection renowned as Nyinĝtiĝ Yabshi. See also Nyingma School; Three inner tantras.
gsang sngags snga gyur;Secret Mantra of the Early Translations;secret mantra of the early translations;The Vajrayana system of the Nyingma School, the emphasis of which is on the Three Inner Tantras: Mahayoga, Anu Yoga, and Ati Yoga. According to Jamgŏn Kongtrűl, the chief scriptures are the Magical Net of mahayoga, the Embodiment of Realization of Anu Yoga, and the Dzogchen tantras of the Mind Section and Space Section. These are adorned with the Eight Sadhana Teachings, while the vital life force is the Instruction Section of Dzogchen, the extract of the realization of Padmasambhava and Vimalamitra, which is contained in the collection renowned as Nyinĝtiĝ Yabshi. See also Nyingma School;Three inner tantras.
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"Blissful Realm." The pure realm of Buddha Amitabha.
bde ba can;Sukhavati;"Blissful Realm." The pure realm of Buddha Amitabha.
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The Vajrayana teachings given by the Buddha in his sambhogakaya form. The real sense of tantra is "continuity," the innate buddha nature, which is known as the "tantra of the expressed meaning." The general sense of tantra is the extraordinary tantric scriptures also known as the "tantra of the expressing words." Can also refer to all the resultant teachings of Vajrayana as a whole.
rgyud;Tantra;The Vajrayana teachings given by the Buddha in his sambhogakaya form. The real sense of tantra is "continuity," the innate buddha nature, which is known as the "tantra of the expressed meaning." The general sense of tantra is the extraordinary tantric scriptures also known as the "tantra of the expressing words." Can also refer to all the resultant teachings of Vajrayana as a whole.
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Part of the group of female protectors of the Dharma known as the twelve tenma goddesses. They approached Padmasambhava while he was practicing in the Asura Cave, situated between India and Nepal. He gave them the nectar of samaya and made them take an oath. Practitioners are still required to present these twelve guardians with a regular oĺfering torma to ensure that they fulfill the demanded activities.
re ma ti mched bzhi;Four remati sisters;four remati sisters;Part of the group of female protectors of the Dharma known as the twelve tenma goddesses. They approached Padmasambhava while he was practicing in the Asura Cave, situated between India and Nepal. He gave them the nectar of samaya and made them take an oath. Practitioners are still required to present these twelve guardians with a regular oĺfering torma to ensure that they fulfill the demanded activities.
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The three collections of the teachings of Buddha Shakyamuni: Vinaya, Sutra, and Abhidharma. Their purpose is the development of the three trainings of discipline, concentration, and discriminating knowledge, while their function is to remedy the three poisons of desire, anger, and delusion. The Tibetan version of the Tripitaka fills more than one hundred large volumes, each with more than six hundred pages. See also Abhidharma; Sutra; Vinaya.
sde snod gsum;Tripitaka;The three collections of the teachings of Buddha Shakyamuni: Vinaya, Sutra, and Abhidharma. Their purpose is the development of the three trainings of discipline, concentration, and discriminating knowledge, while their function is to remedy the three poisons of desire, anger, and delusion. The Tibetan version of the Tripitaka fills more than one hundred large volumes, each with more than six hundred pages. See also Abhidharma;Sutra;Vinaya.
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(1) A discourse by or inspired by the Buddha. (2) A scripture of the sutra pitaka contained within the Tripitaka. (3) All exoteric teachings of Buddhism belonging to Hinayana and Mahayana—the causal teachings that regard the path as the cause of enlightenment, as opposed to the esoteric, tantric teachings. See also Tripitaka.
mdo,mdo sde;(1) A discourse by or inspired by the Buddha. (2) A scripture of the sutra pitaka contained within the Tripitaka. (3) All exoteric teachings of Buddhism belonging to Hinayana and Mahayana—the causal teachings that regard the path as the cause of enlightenment, as opposed to the esoteric, tantric teachings. See also Tripitaka.
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One the four major sections of yoga tantra. A tantra of the same title is sometimes listed among the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras as the tantra of enlightened qualities.
dpal mchog dang po'i rgyud;Glorious Supreme Primal Tantra;glorious supreme primal tantra;Shri Paramadi Tantra;One the four major sections of yoga tantra. A tantra of the same title is sometimes listed among the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras as the tantra of enlightened qualities.
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The first of the three kayas, which is devoid of constructs, like space. The "body" of enlightened qualities. Should be understood individually according to ground, path, and fruition. See also Three kayas.
chos sku;Dharmakaya;The first of the three kayas, which is devoid of constructs, like space. The "body" of enlightened qualities. Should be understood individually according to ground, path, and fruition. See also Three kayas.
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The intermediate state between death and the next rebirth. Bashey Annals (sba bzhad) Histories of the reigns of Trisong Deutsen and Muney Tsenpo.
bar do;antarabhava;Bardo;bardo;The intermediate state between death and the next rebirth. Bashey Annals (sba bzhad) Histories of the reigns of Trisong Deutsen and Muney Tsenpo.
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The particular protector of the Samye appointed and bound under oath by Padmasambhava. Phonya (pho nya) (1) Messenger, emissary. (2) Spiritual consort in vajrayana practice.
pe kar;Pekar;pekar;The particular protector of the Samye appointed and bound under oath by Padmasambhava. Phonya (pho nya) (1) Messenger, emissary. (2) Spiritual consort in vajrayana practice.
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The "sacred pledges, precepts or commitments" of Vajrayana practice. Essentially, samayas consist of: outwardly, maintaining harmonious relationship with the vajra master and one's Dharma friends; and inwardly, not straying from the continuity of the practice. At the end of a chapter, the single word SAMAYA is an oath that confirms that what has been stated is true.
dam tshig;Samaya;The "sacred pledges, precepts or commitments" of Vajrayana practice. Essentially, samayas consist of: outwardly, maintaining harmonious relationship with the vajra master and one's Dharma friends;and inwardly, not straying from the continuity of the practice. At the end of a chapter, the single word SAMAYA is an oath that confirms that what has been stated is true.
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"The Sage of the Shakyas," Buddha Shakyamuni, the historical buddha.
sha kya thub pa;"The Sage of the Shakyas," Buddha Shakyamuni, the historical buddha.
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Born into the Drogmi clan he was also known as Palgyi Yeshe of Drogmi. He was an adept translator and rendered numerous sutras and tantras into Tibetan, including the Tantra of the Mother Deities Mamo. He received the transmission of the mother deities from Padmasambhava and became an accomplished mantrika.
dpal gyi ye shes;Palgyi Yeshe;palgyi yeshe;Born into the Drogmi clan he was also known as Palgyi Yeshe of Drogmi. He was an adept translator and rendered numerous sutras and tantras into Tibetan, including the Tantra of the Mother Deities Mamo. He received the transmission of the mother deities from Padmasambhava and became an accomplished mantrika.
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Usually referring to the four activities of pacifying, increasing, magnetizing, and subjugating.
las,phrin las;Activities;activities;karma;Usually referring to the four activities of pacifying, increasing, magnetizing, and subjugating.
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A particular type of mantra, usually quite long.
gzungs;Sacred incantation;sacred incantation;dharani;A particular type of mantra, usually quite long.
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A dome-shaped monument housing relics of the Buddha or an accomplished master. The shape of the stupa embodies an elaborate symbolism.
mchod rten;A dome-shaped monument housing relics of the Buddha or an accomplished master. The shape of the stupa embodies an elaborate symbolism.
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A Tibetan translator predicted by Padmasambhava. The first monk ordained by Khenpo Bodhisattva. He is also known as Ratna of Ba (sba ratna).
dpal dbyangs;A Tibetan translator predicted by Padmasambhava. The first monk ordained by Khenpo Bodhisattva. He is also known as Ratna of Ba (sba ratna).
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One of two important temples in Lhasa, which houses the statue of Buddha Shakyamuni brought to Tibet by the queens of King Songtsen Gampo.
ra mo che;Ramochey;ramochey;One of two important temples in Lhasa, which houses the statue of Buddha Shakyamuni brought to Tibet by the queens of King Songtsen Gampo.
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Basic wakefulness that is independent of intellectual constructs.
rang byung ye shes;Self-existing wisdom;self-existing wisdom;Basic wakefulness that is independent of intellectual constructs.
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Usually this term refers to the three inner tantras of Mahayoga, Anu Yoga, and Ati Yoga, but in the specific context of the translation of the tantras in chapter 12, only Mahayoga and Anu Yoga are included. The Ati Yoga tantras are listed in chapter 14.
gsang sngags nang gi rgyud sde;Inner tantras of Secret Mantra;inner tantras of secret mantra;Usually this term refers to the three inner tantras of Mahayoga, Anu Yoga, and Ati Yoga, but in the specific context of the translation of the tantras in chapter 12, only Mahayoga and Anu Yoga are included. The Ati Yoga tantras are listed in chapter 14.
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Being generous, uttering kind words, giving appropriate teachings, and keeping consistency between words and conduct.
bsdu ba'i dngos po bzhi;Four means of magnetizing;four means of magnetizing;Being generous, uttering kind words, giving appropriate teachings, and keeping consistency between words and conduct.
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(i) The "nectar of immortality," the ambrosia of the gods, which confers immortality or other powers. (2) Abbreviation of Nectar Quality, the heruka of the ratna family from among the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
bdud rtsi;amrita;(i) The "nectar of immortality," the ambrosia of the gods, which confers immortality or other powers. (2) Abbreviation of Nectar Quality, the heruka of the ratna family from among the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
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(1) Cool Grove (bsil ba tshal, Skt. sitavana) to the east, (2) Perfected in Body (sku la rdzogs) to the south, (3) Lotus Mound (pad ma brtsegs) to the west, (4) Lanka Mound (lan ka brtsegs) to the north, (5) Spontaneously Accomplished Mound (lhun grub brtsegs) to the southeast, (6) Display of Great Secret (gsang chen rol pa) to the southwest, (7) Pervasive Great Joy (he chen brdal ba) to the northwest, and (8) World Mound ('jig rten brtsegs) to the northeast. There are also numerous other lists of charnel grounds.
dur khrod brgyad;Eight charnel grounds;eight charnel grounds;(1) Cool Grove (bsil ba tshal, Skt. sitavana) to the east, (2) Perfected in Body (sku la rdzogs) to the south, (3) Lotus Mound (pad ma brtsegs) to the west, (4) Lanka Mound (lan ka brtsegs) to the north, (5) Spontaneously Accomplished Mound (lhun grub brtsegs) to the southeast, (6) Display of Great Secret (gsang chen rol pa) to the southwest, (7) Pervasive Great Joy (he chen brdal ba) to the northwest, and (8) World Mound ('jig rten brtsegs) to the northeast. There are also numerous other lists of charnel grounds.
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Also known as Concise Lotus Garland (pad mo phreng ba'i don bsdus pa), this scripture functions as a support for rituals to attain accomplishment. See Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras.
thabs kyi zhags pa;Skillful Lasso;skillful lasso;Also known as Concise Lotus Garland (pad mo phreng ba'i don bsdus pa), this scripture functions as a support for rituals to attain accomplishment. See Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras.
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which is included among the tantras in the Tripitaka
gdan bzhi;Tantra of Taming the Elemental Forces;tantra of taming the elemental forces;which is included among the tantras in the Tripitaka
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Also known as Bandey Yeshe Dey of Shang (zhang gi bhan dhe ye shes sde). Prolific expert translator and disciple of Padmasambhava. He was a monk, both learned and accomplished, and once exhibited his miraculous powers by soaring through the sky, like a bird.
sna nam ye shes sde;Yeshe Dey of Nanam;yeshe dey of nanam;Also known as Bandey Yeshe Dey of Shang (zhang gi bhan dhe ye shes sde). Prolific expert translator and disciple of Padmasambhava. He was a monk, both learned and accomplished, and once exhibited his miraculous powers by soaring through the sky, like a bird.
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A protector of the Dharma teachings bound under oath by Padmasambhava. She was formerly a Bőnpo warrior spirit (dgra lha).
Great Glacier Lady of Invincible Turquoise Mist
gangs kyi yum chen rdo rje g.yu bun ma;Great Glacier Lady of Invincible Turquoise Mist;great glacier lady of invincible turquoise mist;A protector of the Dharma teachings bound under oath by Padmasambhava. She was formerly a Bőnpo warrior spirit (dgra lha).
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The three roots of Vajrayana practice: the guru is the root of blessings, the yidam is the root of accomplishments, and the dakini is the root of activities.
bla ma yi dam mkha' gro;Guru,yidam,and dakini;The three roots of Vajrayana practice: the guru is the root of blessings, the yidam is the root of accomplishments, and the dakini is the root of activities.
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The three abodes of hell beings, hungry ghosts, and animals. See also Six classes of sentient beings.
ngan song;Lower realms;lower realms;The three abodes of hell beings, hungry ghosts, and animals. See also Six classes of sentient beings.
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Born in Lower Nyal, he was one of the first Tibetans to take ordination. An adept translator, he journeyed to India where he received transmission from Hungkara and attained the body of nondual wisdom. Namkhai Nyingpo is also counted among the twenty-five disciples of Guru Rinpoche. He received the transmission of Vishuddha Mind through the practice of which he was able to fly on the rays of the sun. When meditating in Splendid Long Cave of Kharchu at Lhodrak, he had visions of numerous yidams and attained the vidyadhara level of mahamudra. Finally, he departed for celestial realms without leaving a corpse behind.
gnubs nam mkha'i snying po;Namkhai Nyingpo of Nub;namkhai nyingpo of nub;Born in Lower Nyal, he was one of the first Tibetans to take ordination. An adept translator, he journeyed to India where he received transmission from Hungkara and attained the body of nondual wisdom. Namkhai Nyingpo is also counted among the twenty-five disciples of Guru Rinpoche. He received the transmission of Vishuddha Mind through the practice of which he was able to fly on the rays of the sun. When meditating in Splendid Long Cave of Kharchu at Lhodrak, he had visions of numerous yidams and attained the vidyadhara level of mahamudra. Finally, he departed for celestial realms without leaving a corpse behind.
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A practice to purify outer, inner, and secret or innermost breaches and violations of a practitioner's Hinayana precepts, Mahayana vows, or Vajrayana commitments.
bskang ba,bskang chog;Fulfillment ritual;fulfillment ritual;A practice to purify outer, inner, and secret or innermost breaches and violations of a practitioner's Hinayana precepts, Mahayana vows, or Vajrayana commitments.
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The third of the Three Inner Tantras. According to Jamgőn Kongtrűl, it emphasizes the view that liberation is attained through growing accustomed to insight into the nature of primordial enlightenment, free from accepting and rejecting, hope and fear. The more common word for Ati Yoga nowadays is "Dzogchen." The Ati Yoga teachings first appeared in this world to Garab Dorje, in the country of Uddiyana, to the west of India. According to The Narration of the Precious Revelation of the Terma Treasures by Longchen Rabjam (pp. 87—88), the great master Padmasambhava described the teachings of Ati Yoga in the following way before imparting them to Yeshe Tsogyal: It is an instruction unlike any I have given in the past, the summit that transcends all of the nine gradual vehicles. By seeing its vital point, mind-made views and meditations are shattered. The paths and levels are perfected with no need for struggle. Disturbing emotions are liberated into their natural state, without any need for reform or remedy. This instruction brings realization of a fruition within oneself that is not produced from causes. It instantly brings forth spontaneously present realization, liberates the material body of flesh and blood into the luminous sambhogakaya within this very lifetime, and enables you to capture the permanent abode, the precious dharmakaya realm of spontaneous presence, within three years, in the domain of Akanishtha. I possess such an instruction and I shall teach it to you! See also Dzogchen; Great Perfection.
shin tu rnal 'byor;Ati Yoga;The third of the Three Inner Tantras. According to Jamgőn Kongtrűl, it emphasizes the view that liberation is attained through growing accustomed to insight into the nature of primordial enlightenment, free from accepting and rejecting, hope and fear. The more common word for Ati Yoga nowadays is "Dzogchen." The Ati Yoga teachings first appeared in this world to Garab Dorje, in the country of Uddiyana, to the west of India. According to The Narration of the Precious Revelation of the Terma Treasures by Longchen Rabjam (pp. 87—88), the great master Padmasambhava described the teachings of Ati Yoga in the following way before imparting them to Yeshe Tsogyal: It is an instruction unlike any I have given in the past, the summit that transcends all of the nine gradual vehicles. By seeing its vital point, mind-made views and meditations are shattered. The paths and levels are perfected with no need for struggle. Disturbing emotions are liberated into their natural state, without any need for reform or remedy. This instruction brings realization of a fruition within oneself that is not produced from causes. It instantly brings forth spontaneously present realization, liberates the material body of flesh and blood into the luminous sambhogakaya within this very lifetime, and enables you to capture the permanent abode, the precious dharmakaya realm of spontaneous presence, within three years, in the domain of Akanishtha. I possess such an instruction and I shall teach it to you! See also Dzogchen;Great Perfection.
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A contemporary master of the Kagyű and Nyingma lineages, who lives at Nagi Gompa in Nepal.
sprul sku u rgyan rin po che;Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche;tulku urgyen rinpoche;A contemporary master of the Kagyű and Nyingma lineages, who lives at Nagi Gompa in Nepal.
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A class of beings, both male and female, often mentioned as recipients of the residual offerings in a feast ceremony. They also appear in the retinue of Buddhist deities acting as offering servants and dancers.
ging;Ging;ging;A class of beings, both male and female, often mentioned as recipients of the residual offerings in a feast ceremony. They also appear in the retinue of Buddhist deities acting as offering servants and dancers.
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The chief buddha of the lotus family and lord of the pure land of Sukhavati. He is also the manifestation of discriminating wisdom.
snang ba mtha' yas;Amitabha;The chief buddha of the lotus family and lord of the pure land of Sukhavati. He is also the manifestation of discriminating wisdom.
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A revealer of hidden treasures, concealed mainly by Guru Rinpoche and Yeshe Tsogyal. A tertőn is the reincarnation of an accomplished student of Padmasambhava who had made the aspiration to benefit people in the future.
gter ston;Tertőn;tertőn;A revealer of hidden treasures, concealed mainly by Guru Rinpoche and Yeshe Tsogyal. A tertőn is the reincarnation of an accomplished student of Padmasambhava who had made the aspiration to benefit people in the future.
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The "winds" or energy currents of the body.
rlung;Prana;The "winds" or energy currents of the body.
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"Powerful Vajra Wrath." A wrathful form of Guru Rinpoche.
rdo rje drag po rtsal;Dorje Drakpo Tsal;dorje drakpo tsal;"Powerful Vajra Wrath." A wrathful form of Guru Rinpoche.
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The word sky treasury has the connotation of inexhaustible wealth.
nam mkha' mdzod byin rlabs kyi rgyud;Sky Treasury Consecration Tantra;sky treasury consecration tantra;The word sky treasury has the connotation of inexhaustible wealth.
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The phrasing of these six types of scripture differs slightly among the various versions of chronicles of Padmasambhava's life. In his Narration of the Precious Revelation of the Terma Treasures, Longchen Rabjam rephrases the same sequence from the Sanglingma so that the Six Sadhana Sections refer to the scriptures of the Six Secret Sections (gsang ba sde drug), including the scriptures for Manjushri Body, Lotus Speech, Vishuddha Mind, Nectar Quality, Kilaya Activity, and Liberating Sorcery of Mother Deities.
sgrub pa sde drug;Six Sadhana Sections;six sadhana sections;The phrasing of these six types of scripture differs slightly among the various versions of chronicles of Padmasambhava's life. In his Narration of the Precious Revelation of the Terma Treasures, Longchen Rabjam rephrases the same sequence from the Sanglingma so that the Six Sadhana Sections refer to the scriptures of the Six Secret Sections (gsang ba sde drug), including the scriptures for Manjushri Body, Lotus Speech, Vishuddha Mind, Nectar Quality, Kilaya Activity, and Liberating Sorcery of Mother Deities.
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drag snags;Subjugating mantras;subjugating mantras;Mantras of wrathful deities.
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Another name for the protector Nyenchen Tanglha.
klu'i mes po thod dkar;White Skull Naga Forefather;white skull naga forefather;Another name for the protector Nyenchen Tanglha.
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rdo rje dbyings;Indestructible innate space.
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"Divine Savioress." An important female bodhisattva of compassion, the one who takes beings across the ocean of samsara. There are twenty-one forms of Tara, the most popular being the white and green Taras.
sgrol ma lha mo;Tara Goddess;tara goddess;"Divine Savioress." An important female bodhisattva of compassion, the one who takes beings across the ocean of samsara. There are twenty-one forms of Tara, the most popular being the white and green Taras.
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"Learning" means receiving oral teachings and studying scriptures, in order to clear away ignorance and wrong views. "Reflection" is to eradicate uncertainty and misunderstanding through carefully thinking over the subject. "Meditation" means to gain direct insight through applying the teachings in ones personal experience.
thos bsam sgom gsum;Learning,reflection,and meditation;learning,reflection,and meditation;"Learning" means receiving oral teachings and studying scriptures, in order to clear away ignorance and wrong views. "Reflection" is to eradicate uncertainty and misunderstanding through carefully thinking over the subject. "Meditation" means to gain direct insight through applying the teachings in ones personal experience.
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srul po;Sűlpo;sűlpo;A type of hideous hungry ghost.
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"Border Subduers." Four temples built by Songtsen Gampo and his Chinese queen to subjugate evil forces in the outlying districts of Tibet.
mtha' 'dul;Border Temples;border temples;"Border Subduers." Four temples built by Songtsen Gampo and his Chinese queen to subjugate evil forces in the outlying districts of Tibet.
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A type of spirit; either the yama type or simply the consciousness of a human who has passed away but is still lingering in the bardo state.
gshin;Shin;shin;A type of spirit;either the yama type or simply the consciousness of a human who has passed away but is still lingering in the bardo state.
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Same as the tantric deity Hayagriva, the chief heruka of the padma family.
padma dbang chen;Mighty Lotus;mighty lotus;Same as the tantric deity Hayagriva, the chief heruka of the padma family.
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"The Loving One." The bodhisattva regent of Buddha Shakyamuni, presently residing in Tushita heaven until becoming the fifth buddha of this aeon; author of five treatises preserved by Asanga.
byams pa;Maitreya;"The Loving One." The bodhisattva regent of Buddha Shakyamuni, presently residing in Tushita heaven until becoming the fifth buddha of this aeon;author of five treatises preserved by Asanga.
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(i) Another word for conceptual thinking. (2) The inevitable force of the ripening effect of former deeds.
las kyi rlung;Wind of karma;wind of karma;(i) Another word for conceptual thinking. (2) The inevitable force of the ripening effect of former deeds.
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A type of mischievous spirit, sometimes counted among the eight classes of gods and demons. When subdued by a great master, they can also act as guardians of the Buddhadharma.
rgyal po;Gyalpo spirits;gyalpo spirits;A type of mischievous spirit, sometimes counted among the eight classes of gods and demons. When subdued by a great master, they can also act as guardians of the Buddhadharma.
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he seat of His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse in Nepal, situated at the Great Stupa of Jarung Khashor in Boudhanath.
snga 'gyur zhe chen bstan gnyis dar rgyas gling;Ngagyur Shechen Tennyi Dargye Ling;ngagyur shechen tennyi dargye ling;he seat of His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse in Nepal, situated at the Great Stupa of Jarung Khashor in Boudhanath.
snga 'gyur zhe chen bstan gnyis dar rgyas gling
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Also known as Lodro Thaye, Yőnten Gyamtso, Padma Garwang, and by his tertőn name Padma Tennyi Yungdrung Lingpa. He was one of the most prominent Buddhist masters in the nineteenth century and placed special focus upon a nonsectarian attitude. Renowned as an accomplished master, scholar, and writer, he authored more than one hundred volumes of scriptures. The most well known are his Five Treasuries, among which are the sixty-three volumes of the Rinchen Terdző, the terma literature of the one hundred great tertőns.
jam mgon kong sprul,1813—1899;Also known as Lodro Thaye, Yőnten Gyamtso, Padma Garwang, and by his tertőn name Padma Tennyi Yungdrung Lingpa. He was one of the most prominent Buddhist masters in the nineteenth century and placed special focus upon a nonsectarian attitude. Renowned as an accomplished master, scholar, and writer, he authored more than one hundred volumes of scriptures. The most well known are his Five Treasuries, among which are the sixty-three volumes of the Rinchen Terdző, the terma literature of the one hundred great tertőns.
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According to the cosmology of the Abhidharma, seven circles of mountains surrounding Mount Sumeru, which is in the center of our universe.
gser ri bdun;Seven golden mountains;seven golden mountains;According to the cosmology of the Abhidharma, seven circles of mountains surrounding Mount Sumeru, which is in the center of our universe.
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"Vajra Sow." A sambhogakaya manifestation of the female buddha Samantabhadri. She is also one of the chief yidam deities of the Sarma Schools, as well as a wisdom dakini.
rdo rje phag mo;"Vajra Sow." A sambhogakaya manifestation of the female buddha Samantabhadri. She is also one of the chief yidam deities of the Sarma Schools, as well as a wisdom dakini.
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lho brag mkhar chu;Kharchu at Lhodrak;kharchu at lhodrak
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Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga, found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. OM.
phyi ma'i phyi ma sngags kyi rgyud;Final Subsequent Mantra Tantra;final subsequent mantra tantra;Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga, found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. OM.
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Same as Guru Rinpoche. A respectful way of addressing Guru Rinpoche, which expresses that he is a manifestation of an enlightened being. See also Guru Rinpoche.
sprul sku pad ma 'byung gnas;Nirmanakaya Padmasambhava;Same as Guru Rinpoche. A respectful way of addressing Guru Rinpoche, which expresses that he is a manifestation of an enlightened being. See also Guru Rinpoche.
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The stages of development and completion with attributes. See also Completion stage; Development stage.
thabs lam;Path of means;path of means;The stages of development and completion with attributes. See also Completion stage;Development stage.
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The two main aspects, means and knowledge, of vajrayana practice. Briefly stated, development stage means positive mental fabrication while completion stage means resting in the unſabricated nature of mind. See also Completion stage; Development stage.
bskyed rdzogs;Development and completion;development and completion;The two main aspects, means and knowledge, of vajrayana practice. Briefly stated, development stage means positive mental fabrication while completion stage means resting in the unſabricated nature of mind. See also Completion stage;Development stage.
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The "Ever-Excellent One." (i) The primordial dharmakaya buddha. (2) The bodhisattva Samantabhadra, who is used as the example for the perfection of increasing an offering infinitely.
kun tu bzang po;Samantabhadra;The "Ever-Excellent One." (i) The primordial dharmakaya buddha. (2) The bodhisattva Samantabhadra, who is used as the example for the perfection of increasing an offering infinitely.
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"Guardian of Peace." The Indian pandita and abbot of Vikramashila and of Samye, who ordained the first Tibetan monks. He was an incarnation of the bodhisattva Vajrapani and is also known as Khenpo or Master Bodhisattva or Bhikshu Bodhisattva Shantarakshita. He is the founder of a philosophical school combining Madhyamaka and Yogachara. This tradition was reestablished and clarified by Mipham Rinpoche in his commentary on the Madhyamakalamkara.
zhi ba 'tsho;"Guardian of Peace." The Indian pandita and abbot of Vikramashila and of Samye, who ordained the first Tibetan monks. He was an incarnation of the bodhisattva Vajrapani and is also known as Khenpo or Master Bodhisattva or Bhikshu Bodhisattva Shantarakshita. He is the founder of a philosophical school combining Madhyamaka and Yogachara. This tradition was reestablished and clarified by Mipham Rinpoche in his commentary on the Madhyamakalamkara.
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e ma ho;EMAHO;emaho;An exclamation of wonder and amazement.
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In this book the term has the negative connotation of rituals performed for selfish or superficial, mundane aims.
bon gyer;Shamanism;shamanism;In this book the term has the negative connotation of rituals performed for selfish or superficial, mundane aims.
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The teachings of Hinayana and Mahayana that regard the practices of the path as the causes for attaining the fruition of liberation and enlightenment.
rgyu mtshan nyid kyi chos;Causal philosophical teachings;causal philosophical teachings;The teachings of Hinayana and Mahayana that regard the practices of the path as the causes for attaining the fruition of liberation and enlightenment.
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In the context of this book, a scripture belonging to the category of Anu Yoga or Ati Yoga.
mdo,lung;Scripture;scripture;In the context of this book, a scripture belonging to the category of Anu Yoga or Ati Yoga.
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The mythological bird, able to travel from one end of the universe to the other with a single movement of its wings. It is also known to hatch from the egg fully developed and ready to soar through the sky.
mkha' lding;Garuda;The mythological bird, able to travel from one end of the universe to the other with a single movement of its wings. It is also known to hatch from the egg fully developed and ready to soar through the sky.
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ya ma bcu gnyis;Twelve yama goddesses;twelve yama goddesses;Retinue of the twelve tenma goddesses.
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One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras, in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. LA.
lung bam po brgyad pa;Scripture in Eight Chapters;scripture in eight chapters;One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras, in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. LA.
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Synonym for emptiness or the nature of things, dharmata; it can also be used to describe the unity of dependent origination and emptiness.
de bzhin nyid;Suchness;suchness;tathata;Synonym for emptiness or the nature of things, dharmata;it can also be used to describe the unity of dependent origination and emptiness.
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One of two important temples in Lhasa built by King Songtsen Gampo, which houses a statue or Buddha Shakyamuni.
'phrul snang;One of two important temples in Lhasa built by King Songtsen Gampo, which houses a statue or Buddha Shakyamuni.
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A Mahayoga scripture explaining the ritual of a ganachakra. See also Feast offering.
tshogs rgyud che chung;Major and Minor Gathering Tantra;major and minor gathering tantra;A Mahayoga scripture explaining the ritual of a ganachakra. See also Feast offering.
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The act of bestowing the four empowerments condensed into one, transferring the totality of blessings, just as a king would empower the crown prince to wield total authority.
rgyal thabs spyi blugs kyi dbang;Empowerment of direct anointment;empowerment of direct anointment;The act of bestowing the four empowerments condensed into one, transferring the totality of blessings, just as a king would empower the crown prince to wield total authority.
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The five families or aspects of victorious ones: Vairochana, Akshobhya, Ratnasambhava, Amitabha, and Amoghasiddhi.
bde gshegs rigs lnga;Five families of sugatas;five families of sugatas;The five families or aspects of victorious ones: Vairochana, Akshobhya, Ratnasambhava, Amitabha, and Amoghasiddhi.
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Powerful long-lived serpentlike beings who inhabit bodies of water and often guard great treasure. Nagas belong half to the animal realm and half to the god realm. They generally live in the form of snakes, but many can change into human form.
klu;Naga;Powerful long-lived serpentlike beings who inhabit bodies of water and often guard great treasure. Nagas belong half to the animal realm and half to the god realm. They generally live in the form of snakes, but many can change into human form.
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The third of the four vidyadhara levels. The stage of the path of cultivation. The practitioner emerges from the luminosity of the path of seeing in the form of the wisdom body of the unified state of the path of training.
phyag rgya chen po'i rig 'dzin;Vidyadhara level of mahamudra;vidyadhara level of mahamudra;The third of the four vidyadhara levels. The stage of the path of cultivation. The practitioner emerges from the luminosity of the path of seeing in the form of the wisdom body of the unified state of the path of training.
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The conferring of power or authorization to practice the Vajrayana teachings; the indispensable entrance door to tantric practice. Empowerment gives control over one's innate vajra body, vajra speech, and vajra mind and the authority to regard forms as deity, sounds as mantra, and thoughts as wisdom. See also Four empowerments.
dbang;Empowerment;empowerment;abhisheka;The conferring of power or authorization to practice the Vajrayana teachings;the indispensable entrance door to tantric practice. Empowerment gives control over one's innate vajra body, vajra speech, and vajra mind and the authority to regard forms as deity, sounds as mantra, and thoughts as wisdom. See also Four empowerments.
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Minister of King Trisong Deutsen; also spelled Gyatong Rakyim (rgya stong ra khyim).
rgyal to ra mi;Gyalto Ram;gyalto ram;Minister of King Trisong Deutsen;also spelled Gyatong Rakyim (rgya stong ra khyim).
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One of the Eight Sadhana Teachings. Female divinities manifested out of dharmadhatu but appearing in ways that correspond to mundane appearances through the interrelationship between the mundane world and the channels, winds, and essences within the human body. They have both an ultimate and a relative aspect. The chief figure in this mandala is Chemchok Heruka, the wrathful form of Buddha Samantabhadra in the form known as Ngŏndzok Gyalpo, the King of True Perfection.
'jig rten ma mo;Mundane mother deities;mundane mother deities;One of the Eight Sadhana Teachings. Female divinities manifested out of dharmadhatu but appearing in ways that correspond to mundane appearances through the interrelationship between the mundane world and the channels, winds, and essences within the human body. They have both an ultimate and a relative aspect. The chief figure in this mandala is Chemchok Heruka, the wrathful form of Buddha Samantabhadra in the form known as Ngŏndzok Gyalpo, the King of True Perfection.
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An Indian master in the Dzogchen lineage and the chief disciple of Garab Dorje. In his role as a master in the lineage of the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga, he received the transmission of Yamantaka in the form of the Secret Wrathful Manjushri Tantra and other texts. Manjushrimitra was born in the Magadha district of India and was soon an adept in the general sciences and the conventional topics of Buddhism. After having become the most eminent among five hundred panditas, he received many teachings and empowerments from Garab Dorje, Lalitavajra, and other masters and reached the unified level of enlightenment, indivisible from Manjushri. Yamantaka appeared to him in person, conferred empowerment, and transmitted the tantras and oral instructions. Among his chief recipients of this teaching were Hungkara, Padmasambhava, and Hanatela. There seem to have been several masters with this name, but Guru Tashi Tobgyal in his Ocean of Wondrous Sayings to Delight the Learned Ones views them as being magical emanations of the same master. See also Sadhana Section.
'jam dpal bshes gnyen;Manjushrimitra;An Indian master in the Dzogchen lineage and the chief disciple of Garab Dorje. In his role as a master in the lineage of the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga, he received the transmission of Yamantaka in the form of the Secret Wrathful Manjushri Tantra and other texts. Manjushrimitra was born in the Magadha district of India and was soon an adept in the general sciences and the conventional topics of Buddhism. After having become the most eminent among five hundred panditas, he received many teachings and empowerments from Garab Dorje, Lalitavajra, and other masters and reached the unified level of enlightenment, indivisible from Manjushri. Yamantaka appeared to him in person, conferred empowerment, and transmitted the tantras and oral instructions. Among his chief recipients of this teaching were Hungkara, Padmasambhava, and Hanatela. There seem to have been several masters with this name, but Guru Tashi Tobgyal in his Ocean of Wondrous Sayings to Delight the Learned Ones views them as being magical emanations of the same master. See also Sadhana Section.
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A wrathful form of Padmasambhava, especially known for subduing evil forces and concealing termas for the welfare of future generations.
rdo rje gro lod;Dorje Drolő;dorje drolő;A wrathful form of Padmasambhava, especially known for subduing evil forces and concealing termas for the welfare of future generations.
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A deity and set of scriptures belonging to the Nine Sadhana Sections. Often the Guru Vidyadhara and the eight herukas in the Eight Sadhana Teachings form a single mandala with nine groups of deities. The chief existing scripture for the teachings on Guru Vidyadhara is called the Root Tantra oĵ the Assemblage of Vidyadharas (rig 'dzin 'dus pa rtsa ba'i rgyud) and is the fifteenth tantra within the Assemblage of Sugatas, an immensely detailed collection of teachings on the Eight Sadhana Teachings and associated Vajrayana material brought to Tibet by Padmasambhava and taught to his main disciple. The Assemblage of Sugatas was concealed as a terma and later revealed by Nyang Ral Nyima Oser. The practice of Guru Vidyadhara is expressed through the principle known as the four aspects of approach and accomplishment. The most detailed terma on this principle was revealed by Sangye Lingpa (1340—1396) and is still renowned as Lama Gongdū (bla ma dgongs 'dus) in eighteen volumes of approximately seven hundred pages each. The Guru Vidyadhara is also the basis for innumerable sadhanas propagated by other tertőns, for instance the Rigdzin Dupa cycle within the termas of Longchen Nyingtig as well as the Barchey Kunsel cycle revealed by Chokgyur Lingpa and Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo, which are both widely practiced to this day.
bla ma rig 'dzin;Guru Vidyadhara;A deity and set of scriptures belonging to the Nine Sadhana Sections. Often the Guru Vidyadhara and the eight herukas in the Eight Sadhana Teachings form a single mandala with nine groups of deities. The chief existing scripture for the teachings on Guru Vidyadhara is called the Root Tantra oĵ the Assemblage of Vidyadharas (rig 'dzin 'dus pa rtsa ba'i rgyud) and is the fifteenth tantra within the Assemblage of Sugatas, an immensely detailed collection of teachings on the Eight Sadhana Teachings and associated Vajrayana material brought to Tibet by Padmasambhava and taught to his main disciple. The Assemblage of Sugatas was concealed as a terma and later revealed by Nyang Ral Nyima Oser. The practice of Guru Vidyadhara is expressed through the principle known as the four aspects of approach and accomplishment. The most detailed terma on this principle was revealed by Sangye Lingpa (1340—1396) and is still renowned as Lama Gongdū (bla ma dgongs 'dus) in eighteen volumes of approximately seven hundred pages each. The Guru Vidyadhara is also the basis for innumerable sadhanas propagated by other tertőns, for instance the Rigdzin Dupa cycle within the termas of Longchen Nyingtig as well as the Barchey Kunsel cycle revealed by Chokgyur Lingpa and Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo, which are both widely practiced to this day.
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A district between eastern Tibet and China.
rgyal mo tsha ba rong;Gyalmo Tsawarong;gyalmo tsawarong;A district between eastern Tibet and China.
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Name of a sadhana text composed by Guru Rinpoche focused on Mahayoga tantra.
rigs lnga;Five Families;five families;Name of a sadhana text composed by Guru Rinpoche focused on Mahayoga tantra.
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"Both" or "twin." The second of the three outer sections of tantra, usually known as Upa Yoga. The scriptures appeared first in Mount Jakang Chen and Cool Grove. The name refers to a combination of two aspects: the conduct of Kriya Yoga and the view of Yoga Tantra.
gnyis ka;Ubhaya;"Both" or "twin." The second of the three outer sections of tantra, usually known as Upa Yoga. The scriptures appeared first in Mount Jakang Chen and Cool Grove. The name refers to a combination of two aspects: the conduct of Kriya Yoga and the view of Yoga Tantra.
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"Originated from a lotus." See also Guru Rinpoche; Padmakara.
pad ma 'byung gnas;Padmasambhava;"Originated from a lotus." See also Guru Rinpoche;Padmakara.
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The samsaric realms of desire, form, and formlessness.
khams gsum;Three realms;three realms;tridhatu;The samsaric realms of desire, form, and formlessness.
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Early Tibetan translator predicted by Padmasambhava. The chief scribe for writing down the termas of Padmasambhava. He was an accomplished yogi, able to fly like a bird to the celestial realms. Also known as Atsara Yeshe Yang of Ba (sba a tsar ye shes dbyangs) or Atsara Yeshe. Atsara is a corrupt form of the Sanskrit acharya, "master."
ye shes dbyangs;Early Tibetan translator predicted by Padmasambhava. The chief scribe for writing down the termas of Padmasambhava. He was an accomplished yogi, able to fly like a bird to the celestial realms. Also known as Atsara Yeshe Yang of Ba (sba a tsar ye shes dbyangs) or Atsara Yeshe. Atsara is a corrupt form of the Sanskrit acharya, "master."
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A site where bodies are left to decompose or be eaten by wild animals. Frequented by ghosts and spirits, it is a suitable place for advanced practitioners to gain progress in their realization.
dur khrod;Charnel ground;charnel ground;A site where bodies are left to decompose or be eaten by wild animals. Frequented by ghosts and spirits, it is a suitable place for advanced practitioners to gain progress in their realization.
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gru 'dzin;The pure land of Avalokiteshvara.
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A tantra with a similar title is found in the Nyingma Gyűbum, vol. KA.
lta ba khyung chen gyi lung;Great Garuda View Scripture;great garuda view scripture;A tantra with a similar title is found in the Nyingma Gyűbum, vol. KA.
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The precious Buddha, the precious Dharma, and the precious Sangha.
dkon mchog gsum;Three jewels;three jewels;triratna;The precious Buddha, the precious Dharma, and the precious Sangha.
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A Mahayoga scripture. A tantra of this name is found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. PA.
Glorious Blazing Wrathful Goddess Tantra
dpal 'bar ba khro mo'i rgyud;Glorious Blazing Wrathful Goddess Tantra;glorious blazing wrathful goddess tantra;A Mahayoga scripture. A tantra of this name is found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. PA.
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A class of sentient beings who live on scents. Gandharvas are also a type of celestial musicians living on the rim of Mount Sumeru in cloudlike castles. Often a "city of the gandharvas" is used as an analogy for illusory phenomena, like a fairy castle in the clouds.
dri za;Gandharva;A class of sentient beings who live on scents. Gandharvas are also a type of celestial musicians living on the rim of Mount Sumeru in cloudlike castles. Often a "city of the gandharvas" is used as an analogy for illusory phenomena, like a fairy castle in the clouds.
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A tantra focused on Avalokiteshvara; belongs to Kriya Yoga and is also known as Amogha Pasha.
don yod zhags pa'i rgyud;Meaningful Lasso Tantra;meaningful lasso tantra;A tantra focused on Avalokiteshvara;belongs to Kriya Yoga and is also known as Amogha Pasha.
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A synonym for the "Confession of the Expanse of the View" (Tawa Longshag).
rang bzhin gyi bshags pa;Natural Confession;natural confession;A synonym for the "Confession of the Expanse of the View" (Tawa Longshag).
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"Hearer" or "listener." Hinayana practitioner of the first turning of the wheel of the dharma concerning the four noble truths, who realizes the suffering inherent in samsara and focuses on understanding that there is no independent self. By conquering disturbing emotions, he liberates himself, attaining first the stage of stream enterer at the path of seeing, followed by the stage of once returner, who will be reborn only one more time, and the stage of nonreturner, who will no longer be reborn into samsara. The final goal is to become an arhat. These four stages are also known as the four results of spiritual practice. Shri Singha The chief disciple and successor of Manjushrimitra in the lineage of the Dzogchen teachings. He was born in the Chinese city of Shokyam in Khotan and studied at first with the Chinese masters Hatibhala and Bhelakirti. In his Ocean of Wondrous Sayings, Guru Tashi Tobgyal adds that Shri Singha received a prophecy from Avalokiteshvara while traveling to Serling, telling him to go to the Sosaling charnel ground in order to be sure of the ultimate attainment. After many years, Shri Singha met Manjushrimitra in the charnel ground of Sosaling and remained with him for twenty-five years. Having transmitted all the oral instructions, the great master Manjushrimitra dissolved his bodily form into a mass of light. When Shri Singha cried out in despair and uttered songs of deep yearning, Manjushrimitra appeared again and bestowed upon him a tiny casket of precious substance. The casket contained his master's final words, a vital instruction named Gomnyam Drugpa, the Six Experiences of Meditation. Having received this transmission, Shri Singha reached ultimate confidence. In Bodhgaya, he found the manuscripts of the tantras previously hidden by Manjushrimitra, which he took to China where he classified the Instruction Section into four parts: the outer, inner, secret, and the innermost unexcelled sections. Among Shri Singha's disciples were four outstanding masters: Jnanasutra, Vimalamitra, Padmasambhava, and the Tibetan translator Vairochana.
nyan thos;"Hearer" or "listener." Hinayana practitioner of the first turning of the wheel of the dharma concerning the four noble truths, who realizes the suffering inherent in samsara and focuses on understanding that there is no independent self. By conquering disturbing emotions, he liberates himself, attaining first the stage of stream enterer at the path of seeing, followed by the stage of once returner, who will be reborn only one more time, and the stage of nonreturner, who will no longer be reborn into samsara. The final goal is to become an arhat. These four stages are also known as the four results of spiritual practice. Shri Singha The chief disciple and successor of Manjushrimitra in the lineage of the Dzogchen teachings. He was born in the Chinese city of Shokyam in Khotan and studied at first with the Chinese masters Hatibhala and Bhelakirti. In his Ocean of Wondrous Sayings, Guru Tashi Tobgyal adds that Shri Singha received a prophecy from Avalokiteshvara while traveling to Serling, telling him to go to the Sosaling charnel ground in order to be sure of the ultimate attainment. After many years, Shri Singha met Manjushrimitra in the charnel ground of Sosaling and remained with him for twenty-five years. Having transmitted all the oral instructions, the great master Manjushrimitra dissolved his bodily form into a mass of light. When Shri Singha cried out in despair and uttered songs of deep yearning, Manjushrimitra appeared again and bestowed upon him a tiny casket of precious substance. The casket contained his master's final words, a vital instruction named Gomnyam Drugpa, the Six Experiences of Meditation. Having received this transmission, Shri Singha reached ultimate confidence. In Bodhgaya, he found the manuscripts of the tantras previously hidden by Manjushrimitra, which he took to China where he classified the Instruction Section into four parts: the outer, inner, secret, and the innermost unexcelled sections. Among Shri Singha's disciples were four outstanding masters: Jnanasutra, Vimalamitra, Padmasambhava, and the Tibetan translator Vairochana.
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he Eight Sadhana Teachings plus the teachings connected to Guru Vidyadhara. Sometimes the Assemblage of Sugatas is counted as the ninth.
sgrub pa sde dgu;Nine Sadhana Sections;nine sadhana sections;he Eight Sadhana Teachings plus the teachings connected to Guru Vidyadhara. Sometimes the Assemblage of Sugatas is counted as the ninth.
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The attainment resulting from Dharma practice, usually referring to the "supreme accomplishment" of complete enlightenment. It can also mean the "common accomplishments," eight mundane accomplishments, such as clairvoyance, clairaudiance, flying in the sky, becoming invisible, everlasting youth, or powers of transmutation. The traditional list of the eight common accomplishments includes the accomplishment of the sword, pill, eye potion, swift feet, extraction of essences, celestial realm, invisibility, and the treasures below the earth. With the consecrated sword, you can fly through the sky or to celestial realms. When eating the consecrated pill, you become totally invisible and can assume any guise, just like a yaksha. When applying the consecrated eye potion, you can see both distant and subtle objects in the world. When smearing consecrated substance on your feet, you can travel around the world in a moment. By means of the mantra and the extracted essences of flowers and so forth, you can prolong your life span, regain youthſulness, and turn iron into gold. The accomplishment of the celestial realms is mastery of a mundane god or the ability to visit the six abodes of the gods in the realm of desire. By smearing a spot of consecrated substance on your forehead, you can become totally invisible. And, finally, by revealing buried treasures of precious gems and so forth, you can fulfill the wishes of others. The most eminent attainments on the path are, however, renunciation, compassion, unshakable faith, and realization of the correct view. (2) (sgrub pa). ''See'' Four aspects of approach and accomplishment.
dngos grub;Accomplishment;accomplishment;siddhi;The attainment resulting from Dharma practice, usually referring to the "supreme accomplishment" of complete enlightenment. It can also mean the "common accomplishments," eight mundane accomplishments, such as clairvoyance, clairaudiance, flying in the sky, becoming invisible, everlasting youth, or powers of transmutation. The traditional list of the eight common accomplishments includes the accomplishment of the sword, pill, eye potion, swift feet, extraction of essences, celestial realm, invisibility, and the treasures below the earth. With the consecrated sword, you can fly through the sky or to celestial realms. When eating the consecrated pill, you become totally invisible and can assume any guise, just like a yaksha. When applying the consecrated eye potion, you can see both distant and subtle objects in the world. When smearing consecrated substance on your feet, you can travel around the world in a moment. By means of the mantra and the extracted essences of flowers and so forth, you can prolong your life span, regain youthſulness, and turn iron into gold. The accomplishment of the celestial realms is mastery of a mundane god or the ability to visit the six abodes of the gods in the realm of desire. By smearing a spot of consecrated substance on your forehead, you can become totally invisible. And, finally, by revealing buried treasures of precious gems and so forth, you can fulfill the wishes of others. The most eminent attainments on the path are, however, renunciation, compassion, unshakable faith, and realization of the correct view. (2) (sgrub pa). ''See'' Four aspects of approach and accomplishment.
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"The All-good," the mother of all the buddhas of the three times; the female counterpart of the dharmakaya buddha Samantabhadra. She symbolizes emptiness and dharmadhatu.
kun tu bzang mo;Ever-Excellent Lady;ever-excellent lady;Samantabhadri;"The All-good," the mother of all the buddhas of the three times;the female counterpart of the dharmakaya buddha Samantabhadra. She symbolizes emptiness and dharmadhatu.
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(i) Emanation of the chief figure in the mandala, who fulfills the four activities; male counterpart of dakinis. (2) Male enlightened practitioner of Vajrayana. Dakini (mkha' gro ma) Spiritual beings who fulfill the enlightened activities; female tantric deities who protect and serve the Buddhist doctrine and practitioners. Also one of the three roots. See also Guru, yidam, and dakini. Damaru (da ma ru) A small hand drum used in tantric rituals. Dark age (snyigs mai dus) The present age, when the five degenerations of life span, era, beings, views, and disturbing emotions are rampant. Demigod (lha ma yin) One of the six classes of beings. Deva (lha) "Gods," the highest of the six classes of samsaric beings. Temporarily, they enjoy a heavenly state of existence.
dpa' bo;Daka;(i) Emanation of the chief figure in the mandala, who fulfills the four activities;male counterpart of dakinis. (2) Male enlightened practitioner of Vajrayana. Dakini (mkha' gro ma) Spiritual beings who fulfill the enlightened activities;female tantric deities who protect and serve the Buddhist doctrine and practitioners. Also one of the three roots. See also Guru, yidam, and dakini. Damaru (da ma ru) A small hand drum used in tantric rituals. Dark age (snyigs mai dus) The present age, when the five degenerations of life span, era, beings, views, and disturbing emotions are rampant. Demigod (lha ma yin) One of the six classes of beings. Deva (lha) "Gods," the highest of the six classes of samsaric beings. Temporarily, they enjoy a heavenly state of existence.
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A practice which sustains the living body with the essences of medicinal plants, minerals, and elemental energy in order to purify the body, heighten concentration, and avoid the diversions of seeking ordinary material food.
bcud len;Essence-extract;essence-extract;rasayana;A practice which sustains the living body with the essences of medicinal plants, minerals, and elemental energy in order to purify the body, heighten concentration, and avoid the diversions of seeking ordinary material food.
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A practitioner who has renounced worldly life and taken the pledge to observe the 253 precepts of a fully ordained monk in order to attain liberation from samsara. Bhikshu Purna (dge slong purna) The previous life of the Tibetan translator Vairochana. Black Powerful One (stobs ldan nag po) The chief figure in the mandala of Maledictory Fierce Mantra from among the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
dge slong;Bhikshu;A practitioner who has renounced worldly life and taken the pledge to observe the 253 precepts of a fully ordained monk in order to attain liberation from samsara. Bhikshu Purna (dge slong purna) The previous life of the Tibetan translator Vairochana. Black Powerful One (stobs ldan nag po) The chief figure in the mandala of Maledictory Fierce Mantra from among the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
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dregs pa;Haughty spirit;haughty spirit;A certain type of malevolent spirit.
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One of the first Tibetans to take ordination. He also received transmission from Hungkara in India, but died on the way back to Tibet.
rlangs dpal gyi ye she;Palgyi Yeshe of Lang;palgyi yeshe of lang;One of the first Tibetans to take ordination. He also received transmission from Hungkara in India, but died on the way back to Tibet.
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"Powerful Vajra Garland of Skulls." One of Padmasambhava's names.
rdo rje thod phreng rtsal;Vajra Thŏtreng Tsal;vajra thŏtreng tsal;"Powerful Vajra Garland of Skulls." One of Padmasambhava's names.
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A Mahayoga scripture. A tantra of this title is found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. DZA.
(glang po che rab 'bog gi rgyud;Rampant Elephant Tantra;rampant elephant tantra;A Mahayoga scripture. A tantra of this title is found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. DZA.
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A universe comprised of Mount Sumeru, four continents, and eight sub-continents.
'jig rten gyi khams;World-system';world-system';A universe comprised of Mount Sumeru, four continents, and eight sub-continents.
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sngags 'chang;Mantradhara;An adept of tantric rituals.
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Eight chief yidam deities of Mahayoga and their corresponding tantras and sadhanas: Manjushri Body, Lotus Speech, Vishuddha Mind, Nectar Quality, Kilaya Activity, Liberating Sorcery of Mother Deities, Maledictory Fierce Mantra, and Mundane Worship. See also Assemblage of Sugatas; Sadhana Section.
sgrub pa bka' brgyad;Eight Sadhana Teachings;eight sadhana teachings;Eight chief yidam deities of Mahayoga and their corresponding tantras and sadhanas: Manjushri Body, Lotus Speech, Vishuddha Mind, Nectar Quality, Kilaya Activity, Liberating Sorcery of Mother Deities, Maledictory Fierce Mantra, and Mundane Worship. See also Assemblage of Sugatas;Sadhana Section.
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Authoritative scriptures and the realization of the Dharma in the minds of noble beings.
lung dang rtogs pa;Scriptures and realization;scriptures and realization;Authoritative scriptures and the realization of the Dharma in the minds of noble beings.
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The most important Mahayoga tantras of the Sadhana Section (sgrub sde). Listed in chapter 19.
rtsa ba'i rgyud dgu;Nine Root Tantras;nine root tantras;The most important Mahayoga tantras of the Sadhana Section (sgrub sde). Listed in chapter 19.
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Goddesses with human bodies and animal heads. Tramen means "hybrid" or "alloy."
phra men;Goddesses with human bodies and animal heads. Tramen means "hybrid" or "alloy."
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The perfect and complete enlightenment, in which one dwells in neither samsara nor nirvana; the state of having eradicated all obscurations and being endowed with the wisdom of seeing the nature of things as they are and with the wisdom of perceiving all that exists.
sangs rgyas;Buddhahood;buddhahood;The perfect and complete enlightenment, in which one dwells in neither samsara nor nirvana;the state of having eradicated all obscurations and being endowed with the wisdom of seeing the nature of things as they are and with the wisdom of perceiving all that exists.
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n the district of Lhodrag situated to the south of Samye in Central Tibet, a child was born to Nyangtőn Chokyi Khorlo, a renowned Nyingma yogi, and his wife, Lady Yeshe Drőn. The child was named Nyima Oser, "Beam of Sunlight," an extraordinary being, who possessed eight marvelous signs, including three moles in the shapes of the syllables OM AH HUNG on his forehead, throat, and heart center. After being concealed at home until the age of twelve, unknown to other people, he was taken to a fair arranged by his uncle. At the fair he outshone everyone in the horse race and, when seated upon a small throne by his uncle, Nyima Oser expounded bodhichitta, inspiring deep faith in the whole gathering. Because of the twelve-year-old long hair that was wrapped around his head to hide his ushnisha and the OM in his forehead, he was given the name Lord Nyang Ral, the "Braided Master of Nyang." Until the age of twenty-five, he studied the prevalent tantric systems of Nyingma and Shijey with many great masters. Following directions given to him by Padmasambhava in person, Nyima Oser went to the cave named Imprint of the Rak-shasa's Claw and to Pearl Crystal Cave of Pama Ridge, where he received empowerment and blessings from both Padmasambhava and Yeshe Tsogyal. During the following years, Nyima Oser revealed an incredible number of terma treasures. Without propagating a single of these teachings, he kept them secret and remained in retreat at Samye Chimphu for six years. During the retreat, Padmasambhava appeared for seven days and bestowed upon Nyima Oser whichever profound instruction he requested. Finally, Padmasambhava dissolved into Nyima Ŏser's heart, producing an experience of bliss, clarity, and nonthought, which lasted for six months. On another occasion, Yeshe Tsogyal commanded him to go to Lhodrak and establish a temple there for the benefit of beings. Later Nyang Ral Nyima Oser went to Lhodrak, where innumerable disciples gradually gathered around him. Due to the tremendous impact of the terma treasures he revealed, Nyima Oser is considered the first of five tertŏn kings.
myang ral nyi ma 'od zer;1124—1192;Nyang Ral Nyima Oser;nyang ral nyima oser;n the district of Lhodrag situated to the south of Samye in Central Tibet, a child was born to Nyangtőn Chokyi Khorlo, a renowned Nyingma yogi, and his wife, Lady Yeshe Drőn. The child was named Nyima Oser, "Beam of Sunlight," an extraordinary being, who possessed eight marvelous signs, including three moles in the shapes of the syllables OM AH HUNG on his forehead, throat, and heart center. After being concealed at home until the age of twelve, unknown to other people, he was taken to a fair arranged by his uncle. At the fair he outshone everyone in the horse race and, when seated upon a small throne by his uncle, Nyima Oser expounded bodhichitta, inspiring deep faith in the whole gathering. Because of the twelve-year-old long hair that was wrapped around his head to hide his ushnisha and the OM in his forehead, he was given the name Lord Nyang Ral, the "Braided Master of Nyang." Until the age of twenty-five, he studied the prevalent tantric systems of Nyingma and Shijey with many great masters. Following directions given to him by Padmasambhava in person, Nyima Oser went to the cave named Imprint of the Rak-shasa's Claw and to Pearl Crystal Cave of Pama Ridge, where he received empowerment and blessings from both Padmasambhava and Yeshe Tsogyal. During the following years, Nyima Oser revealed an incredible number of terma treasures. Without propagating a single of these teachings, he kept them secret and remained in retreat at Samye Chimphu for six years. During the retreat, Padmasambhava appeared for seven days and bestowed upon Nyima Oser whichever profound instruction he requested. Finally, Padmasambhava dissolved into Nyima Ŏser's heart, producing an experience of bliss, clarity, and nonthought, which lasted for six months. On another occasion, Yeshe Tsogyal commanded him to go to Lhodrak and establish a temple there for the benefit of beings. Later Nyang Ral Nyima Oser went to Lhodrak, where innumerable disciples gradually gathered around him. Due to the tremendous impact of the terma treasures he revealed, Nyima Oser is considered the first of five tertŏn kings.
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Can mean either "hand gesture," spiritual consort, or the "bodily form" of a deity.
phyag rgya;Mudra;Can mean either "hand gesture," spiritual consort, or the "bodily form" of a deity.
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Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga found in the Nyingma Gyůbum, vols. OM and AH. See also Assemblage of Sugatas.
Root Tantra of the Assemblage of Sugatas
bde gshegs 'dus pa rtsa ba'i rgyud;Root Tantra of the Assemblage of Sugatas;root tantra of the assemblage of sugatas;Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga found in the Nyingma Gyůbum, vols. OM and AH. See also Assemblage of Sugatas.
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Periods of each five hundred years. The Buddhadharma is said to last ten such periods.
dus lnga brgya;Five-hundred-year period;five-hundred-year period;Periods of each five hundred years. The Buddhadharma is said to last ten such periods.
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Eighteen inner tantras of Secret Mantra;eighteen inner tantras of secret mantra
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The second great Dharma king of Tibet, who invited Guru Rinpoche, Shantarakshita, Vimalamitra, and many other Buddhist teachers to Tibet, including Jinamitra and Danashila. In The Precious Garland of Lapis Lazuli, Jamgŏn Kongtrűl dates Trisong Deutsen as being born on the eighth day of the third month of spring in the year of the Male Water Horse (802). Other sources state that year as his enthronement upon the death of his father. Until the age of seventeen he was chiefly engaged in ruling the kingdom. He built Samye, the first great monastery and teaching center, which was modeled after Odantapuri. He established Buddhism as the state religion of Tibet, and during his reign the first monks were ordained. He arranged for panditas and lotsawas to translate innumerable sacred texts, and he established a large number of centers for teaching and practice.
khri srong de'u btsan;790—844;Trisong Deutsen;trisong deutsen;The second great Dharma king of Tibet, who invited Guru Rinpoche, Shantarakshita, Vimalamitra, and many other Buddhist teachers to Tibet, including Jinamitra and Danashila. In The Precious Garland of Lapis Lazuli, Jamgŏn Kongtrűl dates Trisong Deutsen as being born on the eighth day of the third month of spring in the year of the Male Water Horse (802). Other sources state that year as his enthronement upon the death of his father. Until the age of seventeen he was chiefly engaged in ruling the kingdom. He built Samye, the first great monastery and teaching center, which was modeled after Odantapuri. He established Buddhism as the state religion of Tibet, and during his reign the first monks were ordained. He arranged for panditas and lotsawas to translate innumerable sacred texts, and he established a large number of centers for teaching and practice.
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A Mahayoga scripture, found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. TSA. Sometimes counted among the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras, as the tantra of enlightened mind.
gsang ba 'dus pa;Assemblage of Secrets;assemblage of secrets;A Mahayoga scripture, found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. TSA. Sometimes counted among the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras, as the tantra of enlightened mind.
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One of the eight vidyadharas; who received the transmission of Mundane Worship. He was born in Uddiyana.
lha'i zla ba;Rombuguhya Devachandra;One of the eight vidyadharas;who received the transmission of Mundane Worship. He was born in Uddiyana.
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Wrathful emanations of the four female gatekeepers from among the forty-two peaceful deities in the mandala of Magical Net—seven for each of the four activities.
english \ english=Twenty-eight ishvari goddesses
dbang phyug ma nyer brgyad;Wrathful emanations of the four female gatekeepers from among the forty-two peaceful deities in the mandala of Magical Net—seven for each of the four activities.
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'jig rten mchod bstod;One of the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
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"Cyclic existence," "vicious circle," or "round" of birth and death and rebirth within the six realms of existence, characterized by suffering, impermanence, and ignorance. The state of ordinary sentient beings fettered by ignorance, dualistic perception, karma, and disturbing emotions. Ordinary reality, an endless cycle of frustration and suffering generated as the result of karma.
'khor ba;Samsara;"Cyclic existence," "vicious circle," or "round" of birth and death and rebirth within the six realms of existence, characterized by suffering, impermanence, and ignorance. The state of ordinary sentient beings fettered by ignorance, dualistic perception, karma, and disturbing emotions. Ordinary reality, an endless cycle of frustration and suffering generated as the result of karma.
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One of the two divisions of Mahayoga. The Mahayoga tantras appeared in this world when revealed by Vajrasattva and the Lord of Secrets to King Jah, the ruler of Sahor, who was born 112 years after Buddha's parinirvana. Some of the contemporary lineage holders were Uparaja, Kukuraja, Vimalakirti, and Jnanamitra. Subsequent masters were Shakputri, the regent and son of King Jah, King Jah's daughter Gomadevi, Singaraja, Lilavajra, Buddhaguhya, and Vajrahasya. The following generation of lineage holders were Bhashita, Prabhahasti, and Padmasambhava, the latter of whom also received the tantras directly from King Jah.
rgyud sde;Tantra Section;tantra section;One of the two divisions of Mahayoga. The Mahayoga tantras appeared in this world when revealed by Vajrasattva and the Lord of Secrets to King Jah, the ruler of Sahor, who was born 112 years after Buddha's parinirvana. Some of the contemporary lineage holders were Uparaja, Kukuraja, Vimalakirti, and Jnanamitra. Subsequent masters were Shakputri, the regent and son of King Jah, King Jah's daughter Gomadevi, Singaraja, Lilavajra, Buddhaguhya, and Vajrahasya. The following generation of lineage holders were Bhashita, Prabhahasti, and Padmasambhava, the latter of whom also received the tantras directly from King Jah.
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One of the eight classes of gods and demons.
gza';Rahula;One of the eight classes of gods and demons.
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The Vajrayana system of taking fruition as the path by regarding buddhahood as inherently present and regarding the path as the act of uncovering the basic state. This is different from the causal philosophical vehicles of Mahayana and Hinayana, which regard the path as that which leads to and produces the state of buddhahood. Ultimately, these two approaches are not in conflict. See also Secret Mantra.
'bras bu'i theg pa;Resultant vehicle;resultant vehicle;The Vajrayana system of taking fruition as the path by regarding buddhahood as inherently present and regarding the path as the act of uncovering the basic state. This is different from the causal philosophical vehicles of Mahayana and Hinayana, which regard the path as that which leads to and produces the state of buddhahood. Ultimately, these two approaches are not in conflict. See also Secret Mantra.
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(i) A synonym for Vajrayana. (2) A particular combination of sounds symbolizing and communicating the nature of a deity and which lead to purification and realization, for example, OM MANI PADME HUM. There are chiefly three types of mantra: guhya mantra, vidya mantra, and dharani mantra.
sngags;Mantra;(i) A synonym for Vajrayana. (2) A particular combination of sounds symbolizing and communicating the nature of a deity and which lead to purification and realization, for example, OM MANI PADME HUM. There are chiefly three types of mantra: guhya mantra, vidya mantra, and dharani mantra.
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The name of our present world system. Saha means "enduring," because the sentient beings here endure unbearable suffering.
mi mjed kyi 'jig rten gyi khams;Saha world-system;saha world-system;The name of our present world system. Saha means "enduring," because the sentient beings here endure unbearable suffering.
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A group of powerful spirits indigenous to Tibet. They were converted by Padmasambhava and commanded to serve Buddhism. Today, they are still called upon along with Nyenchen Tanglha and Machen Pomra during Vajrayana rituals in order to guard the doctrine of the Buddha, elevate the status of the Precious Ones, expand the community of the Sangha, increase the life and splendor of the practitioners, raise the banner of fame, blow the conch of renown, and increase our following and prosperity.
dge bsnyen nyi shu rtsa gcig;Twenty-one genyen;twenty-one genyen;A group of powerful spirits indigenous to Tibet. They were converted by Padmasambhava and commanded to serve Buddhism. Today, they are still called upon along with Nyenchen Tanglha and Machen Pomra during Vajrayana rituals in order to guard the doctrine of the Buddha, elevate the status of the Precious Ones, expand the community of the Sangha, increase the life and splendor of the practitioners, raise the banner of fame, blow the conch of renown, and increase our following and prosperity.
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Name of a tantric scripture on purification of samaya, the vows of Vajrayana practice.
dam tshig khrus lung rgya mtsho;Ocean of Cleansing Sacred Commitment;ocean of cleansing sacred commitment;Name of a tantric scripture on purification of samaya, the vows of Vajrayana practice.
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Meditation here means resting in equanimity free from mental constructs, like pure space. Postmeditation is when one is distracted from that state of equanimity, and one conceptually regards appearances as an illusion, mirage, dream, and so forth.
mnyam bzhag dang rjes thob;Meditation and postmeditation;meditation and postmeditation;Meditation here means resting in equanimity free from mental constructs, like pure space. Postmeditation is when one is distracted from that state of equanimity, and one conceptually regards appearances as an illusion, mirage, dream, and so forth.
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One of the main yidams of the Nyingma School, belonging to the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
rdo rje phur ba;One of the main yidams of the Nyingma School, belonging to the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
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When referring to the view of the Great Perfection, "awareness" means consciousness devoid of ignorance and dualistic fixation.
rig pa;Awareness;awareness;vidya;When referring to the view of the Great Perfection, "awareness" means consciousness devoid of ignorance and dualistic fixation.
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The trainings of discipline, concentration, and discriminating knowledge.
bslab pa gsum;Three trainings;three trainings;The trainings of discipline, concentration, and discriminating knowledge.
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One of the eight main bodhisattvas. He is the personification of the perfection of transcendent knowledge.
'jam dpal dbyangs;Manjushri;One of the eight main bodhisattvas. He is the personification of the perfection of transcendent knowledge.
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The son of King Jah and lineage holder of both Mahayoga and Anu Yoga. He is also known as Indrabhuti the Younger and Master Lawapa.
Shakputri;The son of King Jah and lineage holder of both Mahayoga and Anu Yoga. He is also known as Indrabhuti the Younger and Master Lawapa.
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"Lotus." (1) Same as Padmasambhava. (2) The lotus family, from among the five buddha families.
pad ma;Padma;padma;"Lotus." (1) Same as Padmasambhava. (2) The lotus family, from among the five buddha families.
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A personal deity and the root of accomplishment from among the three roots. The yidam is one's tutelary deity, a personal protector of one's practice, and guide to enlightenment. Traditionally, yidam practice is the main practice that follows the preliminaries. It includes the two stages of development and completion and is a perfect stepping stone or bridge to approaching the more subtle practices of Mahamudra and Dzogchen. Later on, yidam practice is the perfect enhancement for the view of these subtle practices. See also Guru, yidam, and dakini.
yi dam;A personal deity and the root of accomplishment from among the three roots. The yidam is one's tutelary deity, a personal protector of one's practice, and guide to enlightenment. Traditionally, yidam practice is the main practice that follows the preliminaries. It includes the two stages of development and completion and is a perfect stepping stone or bridge to approaching the more subtle practices of Mahamudra and Dzogchen. Later on, yidam practice is the perfect enhancement for the view of these subtle practices. See also Guru, yidam, and dakini.
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A synonym for buddha nature, the enlightened essence within all beings.
chos nyid stong gsal;Empty and luminous dharmata;empty and luminous dharmata;A synonym for buddha nature, the enlightened essence within all beings.
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A Mahayana sutra. Refers to the letter A, the syllable symbolizing the nonarising nature of emptiness.
yi ge gcig ma;Single Syllable;single syllable;A Mahayana sutra. Refers to the letter A, the syllable symbolizing the nonarising nature of emptiness.
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A collective term for the manifestations of enlightenment that tame whoever needs to be tamed and that do so in whichever way is necessary. In this book, the term refers to a collection of tantric scriptures belonging chiefly to Mahayoga.
sgyu 'phrul;Magical Net;magical net;A collective term for the manifestations of enlightenment that tame whoever needs to be tamed and that do so in whichever way is necessary. In this book, the term refers to a collection of tantric scriptures belonging chiefly to Mahayoga.
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Mahamudra level of the path of cultivation
sgom lam phyag rgya chen po;Mahamudra level of the path of cultivation;mahamudra level of the path of cultivation
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Important female protectors of the Nyingma lineage, semimundane, semiwisdom protectors.
brtan ma bcu gnyis;Twelve tenma goddesses;twelve tenma goddesses;Important female protectors of the Nyingma lineage, semimundane, semiwisdom protectors.
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Several Mahayoga tantras with resembling names occur in the Nyingma Gyŭbum, vol. HA.
padma dbang chen gyi rgyud;Several Mahayoga tantras with resembling names occur in the Nyingma Gyŭbum, vol. HA.
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The levels or stages a bodhisattva traverses on the journey to complete enlightenment.
sa;Level;level;bhumi;The levels or stages a bodhisattva traverses on the journey to complete enlightenment.
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The heruka of the padma family or the tantric teachings connected to this deity, which are among the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
pad ma gsung;Lotus Speech;lotus speech;The heruka of the padma family or the tantric teachings connected to this deity, which are among the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
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The nature of things which, like space, does not come into being as a concrete, apprehensible entity.
chos nyid skye ba med pa;Nonarising dharmata;nonarising dharmata;The nature of things which, like space, does not come into being as a concrete, apprehensible entity.
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An important sadhana of Mahayoga. See also Forty-two peaceful deities.
zhi ba rdo rje dbyings kyi dkyil 'khor;Vajradhatu Mandala of Peaceful Deities;vajradhatu mandala of peaceful deities;An important sadhana of Mahayoga. See also Forty-two peaceful deities.
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Approach, full approach, accomplishment, and great accomplishment. Four important aspects of Vajrayana practice, especially with regard to the recitation stage of yidam practice. These four aspects, however, can apply to any level of meaning within the tantras. Their traditional analogy is to invite the ruler of a country, to present him with gifts and make a specific request, to obtain his permission to carry out one's aim, and to use one's authority to accomplish the welfare of self and others. In the context of recitation practice, "approach" is to visualize the yidam deity with the mantra in its heart center; "full approach" is the spinning garland of mantra syllables emanating light rays, making offerings to all the buddhas in the ten directions; "accomplishment" is to receive their blessings, which purify all one's obscurations; and "great accomplishment" is to transform the world into the mandala of a pure realm, the beings into male and female deities, sounds into mantra, and all thoughts and emotions into a pure display of innate wakefulness. Four continents (gling bzhi) The four continents surrounding Mount Sumeru: Superior Body, Jambu continent, Cow Utilizing, and Unpleasant Sound.
Four aspects of approach and accomplishment
bsnyen sgrub kyi yan lag bzhi;Four aspects of approach and accomplishment;four aspects of approach and accomplishment;Approach, full approach, accomplishment, and great accomplishment. Four important aspects of Vajrayana practice, especially with regard to the recitation stage of yidam practice. These four aspects, however, can apply to any level of meaning within the tantras. Their traditional analogy is to invite the ruler of a country, to present him with gifts and make a specific request, to obtain his permission to carry out one's aim, and to use one's authority to accomplish the welfare of self and others. In the context of recitation practice, "approach" is to visualize the yidam deity with the mantra in its heart center;"full approach" is the spinning garland of mantra syllables emanating light rays, making offerings to all the buddhas in the ten directions;"accomplishment" is to receive their blessings, which purify all one's obscurations;and "great accomplishment" is to transform the world into the mandala of a pure realm, the beings into male and female deities, sounds into mantra, and all thoughts and emotions into a pure display of innate wakefulness. Four continents (gling bzhi) The four continents surrounding Mount Sumeru: Superior Body, Jambu continent, Cow Utilizing, and Unpleasant Sound.
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An important realization gained on entry to the eighth bodhisattva stage. In this book, a synonym for complete enlightenment.
skye ba med pa'i chos la bzod pa;Acceptance of the nature of nonarising;acceptance of the nature of nonarising;An important realization gained on entry to the eighth bodhisattva stage. In this book, a synonym for complete enlightenment.
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One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras, focused on Vishuddha Mind. Found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. RA. Supreme Hundred Families (dam pa rigs brgya) Name of a sadhana text composed by Guru Rinpoche, focused on the hundred peaceful and wrathful deities.
'jig rten las 'das pa'i mdo;Supramundane Scripture;supramundane scripture;One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras, focused on Vishuddha Mind. Found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. RA. Supreme Hundred Families (dam pa rigs brgya) Name of a sadhana text composed by Guru Rinpoche, focused on the hundred peaceful and wrathful deities.
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Sutra refers to the teachings of both Hinayana and Mahayana. Mantra refers to Vajrayana. Sutra means taking the cause as path. Tantra means taking the result as path.
mdo sngags;Sutra and Mantra;Sutra refers to the teachings of both Hinayana and Mahayana. Mantra refers to Vajrayana. Sutra means taking the cause as path. Tantra means taking the result as path.
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This is the practice cave of Guru Rinpoche, where he gave many of the instructions found in Dakini Teachings (Boston: Shambhala Publications, 1990).
mu tig shel gyi spa ma gangs;Pearl Crystal Cave of Pama Ridge;pearl crystal cave of pama ridge;This is the practice cave of Guru Rinpoche, where he gave many of the instructions found in Dakini Teachings (Boston: Shambhala Publications, 1990).
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Two vital parts of Vajrayana practice: The empowerments, which ripen one's being with the capacity to realize the four kayas, and the liberating oral instructions, which enable one to actually apply the insight that was introduced through the empowerments.
smin grol;Ripening and liberation;ripening and liberation;Two vital parts of Vajrayana practice: The empowerments, which ripen one's being with the capacity to realize the four kayas, and the liberating oral instructions, which enable one to actually apply the insight that was introduced through the empowerments.
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One of the three aspects of Anuttara Yoga, which emphasizes the completion stage or prajna. Sometimes equivalent to Anu Yoga
ma rgyud;One of the three aspects of Anuttara Yoga, which emphasizes the completion stage or prajna. Sometimes equivalent to Anu Yoga
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The sacred place of Padmasam-bhava's speech. A mountain retreat, situated four hours' walk above Samye. During the last twelve centuries, numerous great masters have meditated in the caves at this hermitage.
bsam yas chims phu;Samye Chimphu;samye chimphu;The sacred place of Padmasam-bhava's speech. A mountain retreat, situated four hours' walk above Samye. During the last twelve centuries, numerous great masters have meditated in the caves at this hermitage.
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The four stages of attainment of knowledge-holders, masters of the four stages of the tantric path of Mahayoga. The four vidyadhara levels are the maturation, longevity (life mastery), mahamudra, and spontaneous perfection. See also Vidyadhara level of longevity, mahamudra, maturation, and spontaneous perfection.
rig 'dzin rnam pa bzhi'i go 'phang;Four vidyadhara levels;four vidyadhara levels;The four stages of attainment of knowledge-holders, masters of the four stages of the tantric path of Mahayoga. The four vidyadhara levels are the maturation, longevity (life mastery), mahamudra, and spontaneous perfection. See also Vidyadhara level of longevity, mahamudra, maturation, and spontaneous perfection.
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One of the two aspects of Vajrayana practice. The meaning and depth of this principle change while ascending through the outer and inner sections of tantra. For instance, the completion stage defined as the dissolving of the visualization of a deity corresponds to Maha Yoga; the "completion stage with marks" based on yogic practices such as tummo corresponds to Anu Yoga; and the "completion stage without marks" is the practice of Ati Yoga. See also Development stage.
rdzogs rim;Completion stage;completion stage;One of the two aspects of Vajrayana practice. The meaning and depth of this principle change while ascending through the outer and inner sections of tantra. For instance, the completion stage defined as the dissolving of the visualization of a deity corresponds to Maha Yoga;the "completion stage with marks" based on yogic practices such as tummo corresponds to Anu Yoga;and the "completion stage without marks" is the practice of Ati Yoga. See also Development stage.
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Ruby, sapphire, lapis, emerald, diamond, pearl, and coral. Sometimes the list includes gold, silver, and crystal.
rin chen bdun;Seven precious substances;seven precious substances;Ruby, sapphire, lapis, emerald, diamond, pearl, and coral. Sometimes the list includes gold, silver, and crystal.
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A synonym for the Nyingma tradition, the "old school." See also Nyingma School.
snga 'gyur;Early Translations;early translations;A synonym for the Nyingma tradition, the "old school." See also Nyingma School.
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This present aeon, in which one thousand buddhas will appear, lasting no less than 160 million years.
bskal pa bzang po;Good Aeon;good aeon;bhadrakalpa;This present aeon, in which one thousand buddhas will appear, lasting no less than 160 million years.
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A Mahayoga scripture found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. BA. Magical Net of the Goddess (lha mo sgyu 'phrul) A Mahayoga scripture found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. BA. Magical Net of Vairochana (rnam snang sgyu 'phrul drva ba) A Mahayoga scripture, which functions as a subsidiary support for engaging in yogic activities connected to the mandala. See also Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras.
'jam dpal sgyu 'phrul;Magical Net of Manjushri;magical net of manjushri;A Mahayoga scripture found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. BA. Magical Net of the Goddess (lha mo sgyu 'phrul) A Mahayoga scripture found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. BA. Magical Net of Vairochana (rnam snang sgyu 'phrul drva ba) A Mahayoga scripture, which functions as a subsidiary support for engaging in yogic activities connected to the mandala. See also Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras.
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"Vajra-holder." The dharmakaya buddha of the Sarma Schools. Can also refer to one's personal teacher of Vajrayana or to the all-embracing buddha nature.
rdo rje chang;Vajradhara;"Vajra-holder." The dharmakaya buddha of the Sarma Schools. Can also refer to one's personal teacher of Vajrayana or to the all-embracing buddha nature.
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An implement used in tantric ceremonies. Can also refer to a food offering to protectors of the Dharma or unfortunate spirits.
gtor ma;balim;Torma;torma;An implement used in tantric ceremonies. Can also refer to a food offering to protectors of the Dharma or unfortunate spirits.
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In the context of this book, mahamudra refers to the "supreme attainment of mahamudra," which is synonymous with complete enlightenment or the vidyadhara level of mahamudra, the third of the four vidyadhara levels.
phyag chen,phyag rgya chen po;Mahamudra;In the context of this book, mahamudra refers to the "supreme attainment of mahamudra," which is synonymous with complete enlightenment or the vidyadhara level of mahamudra, the third of the four vidyadhara levels.
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skyong ma bcu gnyis;Twelve kyongma goddesses;twelve kyongma goddesses;Retinue of the twelve tenma goddesses.
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Important Dharma protectors of Tibet, especially for the Chő teachings.
yar lha sham po;Yarlha Shampo;yarlha shampo;Important Dharma protectors of Tibet, especially for the Chő teachings.
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Situated in the southern end of the Kathmandu Valley, near the village of Pharping. The Upper Cave of Yangleshő is also known as Asura Cave.
yang le shod kyi brag phug;Cave of Yangleshő;cave of yangleshő;Situated in the southern end of the Kathmandu Valley, near the village of Pharping. The Upper Cave of Yangleshő is also known as Asura Cave.
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The innate nature of phenomena and mind.
chos nyid;Dharmata;The innate nature of phenomena and mind.
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n this book, one of the construction masters of Samye was a Chinese known as Hashang Mahayana, and a Chinese doctor by the name of Hashang Tetsa (hva shang te tsa) also occurs here. Finally, Hashang is mentioned as one of the countries whose language served as a source of the Dharma, and from which translations were made. See also Chinese teacher Hashang.
hva shang;Hashang;hashang;n this book, one of the construction masters of Samye was a Chinese known as Hashang Mahayana, and a Chinese doctor by the name of Hashang Tetsa (hva shang te tsa) also occurs here. Finally, Hashang is mentioned as one of the countries whose language served as a source of the Dharma, and from which translations were made. See also Chinese teacher Hashang.
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(1) The nectar of immortality. (2) Same as Nectar Quality.
bdud rtsi sman;Nectar Medicine;nectar medicine;(1) The nectar of immortality. (2) Same as Nectar Quality.
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The key point in the training of Mahamudra and Dzogchen—that innate wakeŕulness is not created through intellectual effort.
bzo med,ma bcos;Nonfabrication;nonfabrication;The key point in the training of Mahamudra and Dzogchen—that innate wakeŕulness is not created through intellectual effort.
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One of the Four Major Sections of Yoga Tantra.
rtsa ba'i rgyud de kho na nyid bsdus pa;Tattvasamgraha Root Tantra;tattvasamgraha root tantra;One of the Four Major Sections of Yoga Tantra.
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Opponent and competitor of the Buddha. A proud scion of the Shakya clan whose pride prevented him from appreciating the qualities of the Buddha
lhas byin;Devadatta;Opponent and competitor of the Buddha. A proud scion of the Shakya clan whose pride prevented him from appreciating the qualities of the Buddha
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(1) Buddha Amitayus. (2) A Mahayana sutra.
tshe dpag med pa;Boundless Life;boundless life;Amitayus;(1) Buddha Amitayus. (2) A Mahayana sutra.
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Of or pertaining to the absence of conceptual thinking or discursive thought.
rnam par mi rtog pa;Nonconceptual;nonconceptual;Of or pertaining to the absence of conceptual thinking or discursive thought.
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"Adhering to the continuity of evenness." A state of undistracted concentration or meditative absorption which, in the context of Vajrayana, can refer to either the development stage or the completion stage.
ting nge 'dzin;"Adhering to the continuity of evenness." A state of undistracted concentration or meditative absorption which, in the context of Vajrayana, can refer to either the development stage or the completion stage.
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The daughter of the Nepalese king Punyedhara. She is one of the five chief female disciples of Padmasambhava. Since her mother died during her birth, she was abandoned in a charnel ground and brought up by monkeys. Having been accepted as Padmasambhava's worthy companion, she was his consort for the practice of the nine divinities of Vishuddha in the Cave of Yangleshő, where they displayed the manner of achieving the vidyadhara level of mahamudra. Shakyadevi attained the accomplishment of the female buddha Mamaki and finally achieved the indestructible rainbow body.
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A mantra command that means: "King of the nagas, be summoned by the iron hook!"
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Mahayoga, Anu Yoga, and Ati Yoga. These three sections of tantra are the special characteristics of the Nyingma School of the Early Translations. According to Jamgőn Kongtrűl the First: "The Three Inner Tantras are also known as the vehicles of the methods of mastery, because they establish the way to experience that the world and beings are the nature of mind manifest as kayas and wisdoms, and that everything is the indivisibility of the superior two truths, hereby ensuring that the practitioner will become adept in the method of gaining mastery over all phenomena as being great equality." The Three Inner Tantras are, respectively, also renowned as "development, completion, and great perfection" or as "tantras, scriptures, and instructions." According to Mipham Rinpoche, the Three Inner Tantras reached Tibet through six different lines of transmission: (1) As perceived by ordinary people in Tibet, Padmakara, the Second Buddha, taught only the instruction on the garland of views, but bestowed both the profound and extensive empowerments and instructions of all of the Three Inner Tantras to his exceptional disciples, including Sangye Yeshe, Rinchen Chok, Lui Wangpo of Khőn, and many others, the oral lineages of which have continued unbroken until this very day. Moreover, the major part of his teachings were sealed as terma treasures for the benefit of followers in future generations. (2) When the great translator Vairochana had received extensively the profound teachings of the Great Perfection from the twenty-five panditas, especially from Shri Singha, he returned to Tibet and imparted the Mind Section five times, as well as the oral lineage of the Space Section—both of which we have continued uninterruptedly. (3) The great pandita Vimalamitra arrived in Tibet and taught the Instruction Section chiefly to Tingdzin Sangpo of Nyang. This lineage was transmitted both orally and through terma treasures. (4) Sangye Yeshe of Nub received from four masters in India, Nepal, and Drusha innumerable teachings, headed by the important scriptures of Anu Yoga and Yamantaka. His lineage of the Scripture of the Embodiment of the Realization of All Buddhas is still unbroken. (5) Namkhai Nyingpo received the transmission of the teachings of Vishuddha from the Indian master Hungkara, which he then spread in Tibet. (6) During following generations, incarnations of the king and the close disciples of Padmasambhava have successively appeared—and still continue to do so—as great masters who, at opportune times, reveal the profound teachings that had been concealed as terma treasures in order to ensure the supreme welfare of people in Tibet and all other countries, both temporarily and ultimately.
nang rgyud sde gsum;Three Inner Tantras;three inner tantras;Mahayoga, Anu Yoga, and Ati Yoga. These three sections of tantra are the special characteristics of the Nyingma School of the Early Translations. According to Jamgőn Kongtrűl the First: "The Three Inner Tantras are also known as the vehicles of the methods of mastery, because they establish the way to experience that the world and beings are the nature of mind manifest as kayas and wisdoms, and that everything is the indivisibility of the superior two truths, hereby ensuring that the practitioner will become adept in the method of gaining mastery over all phenomena as being great equality." The Three Inner Tantras are, respectively, also renowned as "development, completion, and great perfection" or as "tantras, scriptures, and instructions." According to Mipham Rinpoche, the Three Inner Tantras reached Tibet through six different lines of transmission: (1) As perceived by ordinary people in Tibet, Padmakara, the Second Buddha, taught only the instruction on the garland of views, but bestowed both the profound and extensive empowerments and instructions of all of the Three Inner Tantras to his exceptional disciples, including Sangye Yeshe, Rinchen Chok, Lui Wangpo of Khőn, and many others, the oral lineages of which have continued unbroken until this very day. Moreover, the major part of his teachings were sealed as terma treasures for the benefit of followers in future generations. (2) When the great translator Vairochana had received extensively the profound teachings of the Great Perfection from the twenty-five panditas, especially from Shri Singha, he returned to Tibet and imparted the Mind Section five times, as well as the oral lineage of the Space Section—both of which we have continued uninterruptedly. (3) The great pandita Vimalamitra arrived in Tibet and taught the Instruction Section chiefly to Tingdzin Sangpo of Nyang. This lineage was transmitted both orally and through terma treasures. (4) Sangye Yeshe of Nub received from four masters in India, Nepal, and Drusha innumerable teachings, headed by the important scriptures of Anu Yoga and Yamantaka. His lineage of the Scripture of the Embodiment of the Realization of All Buddhas is still unbroken. (5) Namkhai Nyingpo received the transmission of the teachings of Vishuddha from the Indian master Hungkara, which he then spread in Tibet. (6) During following generations, incarnations of the king and the close disciples of Padmasambhava have successively appeared—and still continue to do so—as great masters who, at opportune times, reveal the profound teachings that had been concealed as terma treasures in order to ensure the supreme welfare of people in Tibet and all other countries, both temporarily and ultimately.
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One of the Eight Sadhana Teachings of Mahayoga.
ma mo rbod gtong;Liberating Sorcery of Mother Deities;liberating sorcery of mother deities;One of the Eight Sadhana Teachings of Mahayoga.
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The chief figure in the mandala of Mundane Worship.
dregs pa kun 'dul;Tamer of All Haughty Spirits;tamer of all haughty spirits;The chief figure in the mandala of Mundane Worship.
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The teachings brought to Tibet chiefly by the great masters Padmasambhava, Vimalamitra, Shantarakshita, and Vairochana and which were translated into Tibetan. This occurred mainly during the reign of King Trisong Deutsen and in the subsequent period, up to the translator Rinchen Sangpo in the ninth century. The two main types of transmission that developed were Kama and Terma. Practices are based on both the outer and inner tantras, with emphasis on the practice of the Inner Tantras of Mahayoga, Anu Yoga, and Ati Yoga.
rnying ma;Nyingma School;nyingma school;The teachings brought to Tibet chiefly by the great masters Padmasambhava, Vimalamitra, Shantarakshita, and Vairochana and which were translated into Tibetan. This occurred mainly during the reign of King Trisong Deutsen and in the subsequent period, up to the translator Rinchen Sangpo in the ninth century. The two main types of transmission that developed were Kama and Terma. Practices are based on both the outer and inner tantras, with emphasis on the practice of the Inner Tantras of Mahayoga, Anu Yoga, and Ati Yoga.
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The secret name of Guru Rinpoche, which means "Powerful Lotus of the Garland of Skulls."
padma thod phreng rtsal;Padma Thőtreng Tsal;padma thőtreng tsal;The secret name of Guru Rinpoche, which means "Powerful Lotus of the Garland of Skulls."
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A big hill at Samye. One of four sacred mountains in Central Tibet.
has po ri;Hepori;hepori;A big hill at Samye. One of four sacred mountains in Central Tibet.
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The retreat place of Padmasambhava s body. Situated between Lhasa and Samye in Central Tibet.
sgrag yang rdzong shel gyi brag phug;Crystal Cave of Drag Yangdzong;crystal cave of drag yangdzong;The retreat place of Padmasambhava s body. Situated between Lhasa and Samye in Central Tibet.
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"The Sutra of the White Lotus of the Sacred Dharma"/ Famous Mahayana scripture.
dam chos pad-ma dkar po'i mdo;Saddharma Pundarika Sutra;"The Sutra of the White Lotus of the Sacred Dharma"/ Famous Mahayana scripture.
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"Mantra" is synonymous with Secret Mantra or Vajrayana, while "philosophy" refers to the causal philosophical vehicles: Hinayana and Mahayana.
sngags dang mtshan nyid;Mantra and philosophy;mantra and philosophy;"Mantra" is synonymous with Secret Mantra or Vajrayana, while "philosophy" refers to the causal philosophical vehicles: Hinayana and Mahayana.
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The process of receiving the four empowerments.
smin lam;The process of receiving the four empowerments.
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Generally, the period of being involved in sense perceptions and daily activities. Specifically, the period of being distracted from the natural state of mind.
rjes thob;Postmeditation;postmeditation;Generally, the period of being involved in sense perceptions and daily activities. Specifically, the period of being distracted from the natural state of mind.
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"The Hundred Thousand Tantras of the Old School." A collection of scriptures belonging to the three inner tantras, gathered by Ratna Lingpa and re-edited by Jigmey Lingpa. Various editions exist, but the numbering of the volumes used in this book are from the version in thirty-six volumes published by His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche, New Delhi, 1974. The structure of this edition is as follows: ten volumes of Ati Yoga, three volumes of Anu Yoga, six volumes of the Tantra Section of Mahayoga, thirteen volumes of the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga, one volume of protector tantras, and three volumes of catalogues and historical background.
rnying ma rgyud 'bum;"The Hundred Thousand Tantras of the Old School." A collection of scriptures belonging to the three inner tantras, gathered by Ratna Lingpa and re-edited by Jigmey Lingpa. Various editions exist, but the numbering of the volumes used in this book are from the version in thirty-six volumes published by His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche, New Delhi, 1974. The structure of this edition is as follows: ten volumes of Ati Yoga, three volumes of Anu Yoga, six volumes of the Tantra Section of Mahayoga, thirteen volumes of the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga, one volume of protector tantras, and three volumes of catalogues and historical background.
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Additional practices for a tantrika in order to train in implementing the view of Vajrayana in daily activities; for example, feast offering.
rtul shugs;Yogic discipline;yogic discipline;Additional practices for a tantrika in order to train in implementing the view of Vajrayana in daily activities;for example, feast offering.
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A feast assembly performed by Vajrayana practitioners to accumulate merit and purify the sacred commitments.
tshogs kyi 'khor lo;Feast offering;feast offering;ganachakra;A feast assembly performed by Vajrayana practitioners to accumulate merit and purify the sacred commitments.
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The views of the expedient and definitive meaning, the implied and the not implied, the literal and the not literal.
gsang sngags kyi mtha drug;Six limits of Secret Mantra;six limits of secret mantra;The views of the expedient and definitive meaning, the implied and the not implied, the literal and the not literal.
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The third of the three outer tantras: Kriya, Upa, and Yoga. It emphasizes the view rather than the conduct and regards the deity as being the same level as oneself.
rnal 'byor rgyud;Yoga Tantra;The third of the three outer tantras: Kriya, Upa, and Yoga. It emphasizes the view rather than the conduct and regards the deity as being the same level as oneself.
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O f or pertaining to Vajrayana practice, with emphasis on personal training as opposed to scholarly learning.
rnal 'byor gyi;Yogic;yogic;O f or pertaining to Vajrayana practice, with emphasis on personal training as opposed to scholarly learning.
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Our known world. The southern of the four continents, so-called because it is adorned with the Jambuvriksha (rose apple) tree.
'dzam bu gling;Jambu continent;jambu continent;Our known world. The southern of the four continents, so-called because it is adorned with the Jambuvriksha (rose apple) tree.
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A sadhana text of Mahayoga, composed by Padmasambhava. The title refers to the sadhana practice of a single deity without a retinue.
phyag rgya rkyang pa;Single Form;single form;A sadhana text of Mahayoga, composed by Padmasambhava. The title refers to the sadhana practice of a single deity without a retinue.
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The first of the four vidyadhara levels. The beginning of the path of seeing. The practitioner has reached stability in the development stage and his mind has "matured" into the form of the yidam deity, but he is yet to purify the remainder of the physical elements. Vidyadhara level of spontaneous perfection (Ihun gyis grub pa'i rig 'dzin) The fourth of the four vidyadhara levels. Corresponds to buddhahood, the path beyond training. The final fruition and state of a vajra holder endowed with the spontaneously perfected five kayas: dharmakaya, sambhogakaya, nirmanakaya, vajrakaya, and ab-hisambodhikaya.
rnam par smin pa'i rig 'dzin;Vidyadhara level of maturation;vidyadhara level of maturation;The first of the four vidyadhara levels. The beginning of the path of seeing. The practitioner has reached stability in the development stage and his mind has "matured" into the form of the yidam deity, but he is yet to purify the remainder of the physical elements. Vidyadhara level of spontaneous perfection (Ihun gyis grub pa'i rig 'dzin) The fourth of the four vidyadhara levels. Corresponds to buddhahood, the path beyond training. The final fruition and state of a vajra holder endowed with the spontaneously perfected five kayas: dharmakaya, sambhogakaya, nirmanakaya, vajrakaya, and ab-hisambodhikaya.
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A type of evil spirit often found in company with the gyalpo class; male and female spirits symbolizing desire and anger.
bsen mo;A type of evil spirit often found in company with the gyalpo class;male and female spirits symbolizing desire and anger.
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One of the twenty-five disciples of Padmasambhava. He was the chief recipient of the Anu Yoga teachings, as well as the Yamantaka teachings or Mahayoga. In addition to Guru Rinpoche, his other teachers were Traktung Nagpo and Chŏgyal Kyong of India, Vasudhara of Nepal, and Chetsen Kye from the country of Drusha. He visited India and Nepal seven times. When the evil king Langdarma attempted to destroy Buddhism in Tibet, Sangye Yeshe put fear in the king by making an enormous scorpion, the size of nine yaks, magically appear by a single gesture of his right hand. It is through his kindness that Langdarma had no courage to persecute the Vajrayana sangha who dressed in white robes and kept long hair.
gnubs sangs rgyas ye shes;Sangye Yeshe of Nub;sangye yeshe of nub;One of the twenty-five disciples of Padmasambhava. He was the chief recipient of the Anu Yoga teachings, as well as the Yamantaka teachings or Mahayoga. In addition to Guru Rinpoche, his other teachers were Traktung Nagpo and Chŏgyal Kyong of India, Vasudhara of Nepal, and Chetsen Kye from the country of Drusha. He visited India and Nepal seven times. When the evil king Langdarma attempted to destroy Buddhism in Tibet, Sangye Yeshe put fear in the king by making an enormous scorpion, the size of nine yaks, magically appear by a single gesture of his right hand. It is through his kindness that Langdarma had no courage to persecute the Vajrayana sangha who dressed in white robes and kept long hair.
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There are various enumerations, but in the sutras the most general is: devas, nagas, yakshas, gandharvas, asuras, garudas, kinnaras, and mahoragas. All of them were able to receive and practice the teachings of the Buddha. These eight classes can also refer to various types of mundane spirits, who can either help or cause harm, but remain invisible to normal human beings: ging, mara, tsen, yaksha, rakshasa, mamo, rahula, and naga. On a subtle level, they are regarded as the impure manifestation of the eight types of consciousness.
lha srin sde brgyad;Eight classes of gods and demons;eight classes of gods and demons;There are various enumerations, but in the sutras the most general is: devas, nagas, yakshas, gandharvas, asuras, garudas, kinnaras, and mahoragas. All of them were able to receive and practice the teachings of the Buddha. These eight classes can also refer to various types of mundane spirits, who can either help or cause harm, but remain invisible to normal human beings: ging, mara, tsen, yaksha, rakshasa, mamo, rahula, and naga. On a subtle level, they are regarded as the impure manifestation of the eight types of consciousness.
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"Youthful Wisdom." Early Tibetan monk and expert translator, who received the four great rivers of transmission from Padmasambhava, Vimalamitra, Vairochana, and Yudra Nyingpo. In particular, he worked closely with Vimalamitra in translating tantras of Mahayoga and Ati Yoga. He is also known as Nyag Lotsawa, as well as Drimey Dashar, "Flawless Moonlight," his secret initiation name. In unison with Trisong Deutsen, his initiation flower fell on Chemchok Heruka. Subsequendy, he received the transmission of Nectar Medicine from Padmasambhava. He practiced in the Crystal Cave of Yarlung, where he drew water from solid rock. It is said the water still flows today. Among his later incarnations is Dazang Rinpoche, a contemporary of Jamgőn Kongtrűl the First in the nineteenth century.
gnyag ye shes gzhon nu;Jnana Kumara of Nyag;jnana kumara of nyag;jna na ku ma ra;"Youthful Wisdom." Early Tibetan monk and expert translator, who received the four great rivers of transmission from Padmasambhava, Vimalamitra, Vairochana, and Yudra Nyingpo. In particular, he worked closely with Vimalamitra in translating tantras of Mahayoga and Ati Yoga. He is also known as Nyag Lotsawa, as well as Drimey Dashar, "Flawless Moonlight," his secret initiation name. In unison with Trisong Deutsen, his initiation flower fell on Chemchok Heruka. Subsequendy, he received the transmission of Nectar Medicine from Padmasambhava. He practiced in the Crystal Cave of Yarlung, where he drew water from solid rock. It is said the water still flows today. Among his later incarnations is Dazang Rinpoche, a contemporary of Jamgőn Kongtrűl the First in the nineteenth century.
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The name of the family clan into which Buddha Shakyamuni was born. Practitioners are often given "Shakya" as a part of their Buddhist name.
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The location of the temple complex of Samye. The mountain slope behind Samye is of a bright red color.
brag dmar;Red Rock;red rock;The location of the temple complex of Samye. The mountain slope behind Samye is of a bright red color.
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phyi ma mngon par byang chub pa'i rgyud;Subsequent True Enlightenment Tantra;subsequent true enlightenment tantra;Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga, found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. OM.
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Of or pertaining to the Dharma; religious or pious.
chos kyi;Dharmic;dharmic;Of or pertaining to the Dharma;religious or pious.
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Also known as Great Perfection and Ati Yoga. The highest teachings of the Nyingma School of the Early Translations. In this world, the most well-known human lineage masters are: Garab Dorje, Manjushrimitra, Shri Singha, Jnanasutra, Vimalamitra, Padmasambhava, and Vairochana. Dzogchen has two chief aspects: the lineage of scriptures and the lineage of teachings (dpe brgyud dang bka' brgyud). The scriptures are contained in the tantras of the three sections of Dzogchen: Mind Section, Space Section, and Instruction Section. The first two were brought to Tibet chiefly by Vairochana, while the Instruction Section was mainly transmitted by Vimalamitra and Padmasambhava. In addition, numerous Dzogchen termas were concealed by these masters and revealed through the following centuries. The lineage of teachings is embodied in the oral instructions one receives personally from a qualified master and holder of the Dzogchen lineage. The Tibetan historian Guru Tashi Tobgyal elaborates in his Ocean of Wondrous Sayings about Padmasambhava's specific lineage of Dzogchen in the following way: The great master is of the same nature as the infinite number of buddhas of the three kayas and does, therefore, not depend upon the concept of linear transmission. He is indivisible from the buddhas and the pure realms of the three kayas. However, in accordance with how other people perceive, Padmasambhava is not only the master of the numberless tantras of Vajrayana, but possesses a unique short lineage of mastery over the profound topics of Nyingtig, the Luminous Great Perfection of the definitive meaning, entrusted to him by the three masters Garab Dorje, Manjushrimitra, and Shri Singha. In particular, Padmasambhava acted upon a prophecy from Vajra Varahi and then received detailed teachings from Shri Singha. and later translation of the Great Perfection (rdzogs pa chen po snga gyur phyi 'gyur) This phrase refers to the Eighteen Major Scriptures of the Mind Section, a set of Dzogchen tantras taught by Shri Singha to Vairochana and Lekdrub of Tsang, as listed in chapter 14 and found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. KA. Five of them were translated by Vairochana before his exile to Tsawarong, while the remaining thirteen were later translated by Vimalamitra and Yudra Nyingpo, hence the name. They are also known as the eighteen mothers and children of the Mind Section (sems sde ma bu bco brgyad).
rdzogs pa chen po;mahasandhi;Dzogchen;dzogchen;Also known as Great Perfection and Ati Yoga. The highest teachings of the Nyingma School of the Early Translations. In this world, the most well-known human lineage masters are: Garab Dorje, Manjushrimitra, Shri Singha, Jnanasutra, Vimalamitra, Padmasambhava, and Vairochana. Dzogchen has two chief aspects: the lineage of scriptures and the lineage of teachings (dpe brgyud dang bka' brgyud). The scriptures are contained in the tantras of the three sections of Dzogchen: Mind Section, Space Section, and Instruction Section. The first two were brought to Tibet chiefly by Vairochana, while the Instruction Section was mainly transmitted by Vimalamitra and Padmasambhava. In addition, numerous Dzogchen termas were concealed by these masters and revealed through the following centuries. The lineage of teachings is embodied in the oral instructions one receives personally from a qualified master and holder of the Dzogchen lineage. The Tibetan historian Guru Tashi Tobgyal elaborates in his Ocean of Wondrous Sayings about Padmasambhava's specific lineage of Dzogchen in the following way: The great master is of the same nature as the infinite number of buddhas of the three kayas and does, therefore, not depend upon the concept of linear transmission. He is indivisible from the buddhas and the pure realms of the three kayas. However, in accordance with how other people perceive, Padmasambhava is not only the master of the numberless tantras of Vajrayana, but possesses a unique short lineage of mastery over the profound topics of Nyingtig, the Luminous Great Perfection of the definitive meaning, entrusted to him by the three masters Garab Dorje, Manjushrimitra, and Shri Singha. In particular, Padmasambhava acted upon a prophecy from Vajra Varahi and then received detailed teachings from Shri Singha. and later translation of the Great Perfection (rdzogs pa chen po snga gyur phyi 'gyur) This phrase refers to the Eighteen Major Scriptures of the Mind Section, a set of Dzogchen tantras taught by Shri Singha to Vairochana and Lekdrub of Tsang, as listed in chapter 14 and found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. KA. Five of them were translated by Vairochana before his exile to Tsawarong, while the remaining thirteen were later translated by Vimalamitra and Yudra Nyingpo, hence the name. They are also known as the eighteen mothers and children of the Mind Section (sems sde ma bu bco brgyad).
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The second of the four vidyadhara levels. Corresponds to the path of seeing. The practitioner's body turns into the subtle vajralike body, while his mind matures into the wisdom of the path of seeing. It is the attainment of longevity beyond birth and death.
tshe'i rig 'dzin,tshe la dbang ba'i rig 'dzin;Vidyadhara level of longevity;vidyadhara level of longevity;The second of the four vidyadhara levels. Corresponds to the path of seeing. The practitioner's body turns into the subtle vajralike body, while his mind matures into the wisdom of the path of seeing. It is the attainment of longevity beyond birth and death.
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The eight chief recipients in Tibet of the Eight Sadhana Teachings transmitted by Guru Rinpoche: King Trisong Deutsen, Namkhai Nyingpo, Sangye Yeshe, Gyalwa Cho-yang, Yeshe Tsogyal, Palgyi Yeshe, Palgyi Senge, and Vairochana.
rje 'bangs brgyad;Eight disciples;eight disciples;The eight chief recipients in Tibet of the Eight Sadhana Teachings transmitted by Guru Rinpoche: King Trisong Deutsen, Namkhai Nyingpo, Sangye Yeshe, Gyalwa Cho-yang, Yeshe Tsogyal, Palgyi Yeshe, Palgyi Senge, and Vairochana.
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An Indian master of philosophy and tantric sid-dha. One of the eight vidyadharas; receiver of the tantras of Lotus Speech such as Supreme Steed Display. He is said to have taken birth in the southern part of India around four hundred years after the Buddha's parinirvana. Having received ordination at Nalanda monastery, he later acted as preceptor for the monks. He knew alchemy, lived for six hundred years, and transformed ordinary materials into gold in order to sustain the sangha. At Bodhgaya he erected pillars and stone walls to protect the Bodhi Tree and constructed 108 stupas. From the realm of the nagas he brought back the extensive Prajnaparamita scriptures. He was the life pillar for the Mahayana, but specifically he was a major exponent of the unexcelled vehicle of Vajrayana. Having attained the realization of Hayagriva, he transmitted the lineage to Padmasambhava. Nalanda The great monastic center for Buddhist studies in ancient India, situated in the present Indian state of Bihar, a few hours drive from Bodhgaya.
klu grub;Nagarjuna;An Indian master of philosophy and tantric sid-dha. One of the eight vidyadharas;receiver of the tantras of Lotus Speech such as Supreme Steed Display. He is said to have taken birth in the southern part of India around four hundred years after the Buddha's parinirvana. Having received ordination at Nalanda monastery, he later acted as preceptor for the monks. He knew alchemy, lived for six hundred years, and transformed ordinary materials into gold in order to sustain the sangha. At Bodhgaya he erected pillars and stone walls to protect the Bodhi Tree and constructed 108 stupas. From the realm of the nagas he brought back the extensive Prajnaparamita scriptures. He was the life pillar for the Mahayana, but specifically he was a major exponent of the unexcelled vehicle of Vajrayana. Having attained the realization of Hayagriva, he transmitted the lineage to Padmasambhava. Nalanda The great monastic center for Buddhist studies in ancient India, situated in the present Indian state of Bihar, a few hours drive from Bodhgaya.
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One of the queens of King Trisong Deutsen. Reputed to have been a major troublemaker.
tshe spang bza' dmar rgyan;Lady Margyen of Tsepang;lady margyen of tsepang;One of the queens of King Trisong Deutsen. Reputed to have been a major troublemaker.
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A certain type of mantra belonging to wrathful deities. They are used to dispel demonic forces that obstruct the continuation of the Buddhadharma or the welfare of sentient beings.
drag sngags;Fierce mantras;fierce mantras;A certain type of mantra belonging to wrathful deities. They are used to dispel demonic forces that obstruct the continuation of the Buddhadharma or the welfare of sentient beings.
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A Mahayoga scripture in eight chapters, found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. PHA.
sgyu phrul brgyad pa;Eightfold Magical Net;eightfold magical net;A Mahayoga scripture in eight chapters, found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. PHA.
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The widely renowned tantra of the Early Translations which, according to Jam-gőn Kongtrŭl, is the chief of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras, exalted above them all like the banner of victory. The first text in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. PHA. A great number of commentaries on this tantra is found in the Nyingma Kama collection.
gsang ba'i snying po;Essence of Secrets;essence of secrets;Guhyagarbha;The widely renowned tantra of the Early Translations which, according to Jam-gőn Kongtrŭl, is the chief of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras, exalted above them all like the banner of victory. The first text in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. PHA. A great number of commentaries on this tantra is found in the Nyingma Kama collection.
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Someone who has developed bodhichitta, the aspiration to attain enlightenment in order to benefit all sentient beings. A practitioner of the Mahayana path; especially a noble bodhisattva who has attained the first level.
byang chub sems dpa';Bodhisattva;Someone who has developed bodhichitta, the aspiration to attain enlightenment in order to benefit all sentient beings. A practitioner of the Mahayana path;especially a noble bodhisattva who has attained the first level.
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Grammar, dialectics, healing, arts and crafts, and religious philosophy.
rig pa'i gnas lnga;Five sciences;five sciences;Grammar, dialectics, healing, arts and crafts, and religious philosophy.
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Gods, demigods, human beings, animals, hungry ghosts, and hell beings.
gro ba rigs drug;Six classes of sentient beings;six classes of sentient beings;shadgat;Gods, demigods, human beings, animals, hungry ghosts, and hell beings.
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At the major monastic institutions in ancient India, it was the custom to nominate competent scholars to the position of defending the view of Buddhism through debate, one at each of the gates in the four directions of the monastery.
sgo bsrung ba'i pan di ta;Gate-keeping pandita;gate-keeping pandita;At the major monastic institutions in ancient India, it was the custom to nominate competent scholars to the position of defending the view of Buddhism through debate, one at each of the gates in the four directions of the monastery.
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Listed in chapter 12. An alternative list is given by Shechen Gyaltsab in his historical work entitled the Pond of White Lotus Flowers and in Guru Tashi Tobgyaľs Ocean of Wondrous Sayings to Delight the Darned Ones: (1—5) Five basic root tantras of body, speech, mind, quality, and activity: Sarvahuddha Samayoga, Secret Moon Essence, Assemblage of Secrets, Glorious Supreme Primal Tantra, and Activity Garland. (6—10) Five display tantras functioning as the utilization of sadhana practice: Heruka Display Tantra, Supreme Steed Display Tantra, Compassion Display Tantra, Nectar Display Tantra, and Twelvefold Kilaya Tantra. (11—15) Five tantras functioning as subsidiaries to conduct: Mountain Pile, Awesome Wisdom Lightning, Arrangement of Samaya, One-Pointed Samadhi, and the Rampant Elephant Tantra. (16—17) Two subsequent tantras of amending incompleteness: Magical Net of Vairochana and Skillful Lasso. (18) The one outstanding tantra that epitomizes them all: The Essence of Secrets, the Tantra of the Magical Net of Vajrasattva, also known as Guhyagarbha.
ma ha yo ga'i rgyud sde bco brgyad;Eighteen inner tantras of Secret Mantra;eighteen inner tantras of secret mantra;Listed in chapter 12. An alternative list is given by Shechen Gyaltsab in his historical work entitled the Pond of White Lotus Flowers and in Guru Tashi Tobgyaľs Ocean of Wondrous Sayings to Delight the Darned Ones: (1—5) Five basic root tantras of body, speech, mind, quality, and activity: Sarvahuddha Samayoga, Secret Moon Essence, Assemblage of Secrets, Glorious Supreme Primal Tantra, and Activity Garland. (6—10) Five display tantras functioning as the utilization of sadhana practice: Heruka Display Tantra, Supreme Steed Display Tantra, Compassion Display Tantra, Nectar Display Tantra, and Twelvefold Kilaya Tantra. (11—15) Five tantras functioning as subsidiaries to conduct: Mountain Pile, Awesome Wisdom Lightning, Arrangement of Samaya, One-Pointed Samadhi, and the Rampant Elephant Tantra. (16—17) Two subsequent tantras of amending incompleteness: Magical Net of Vairochana and Skillful Lasso. (18) The one outstanding tantra that epitomizes them all: The Essence of Secrets, the Tantra of the Magical Net of Vajrasattva, also known as Guhyagarbha.
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Prana here is the "wind of karma," the current of conceptual thinking, as well as the energy-currents in the body. Mind is the dualistic consciousness of an unenlightened being. These two are closely related.
rlung sems;Mind and prana;mind and prana;Prana here is the "wind of karma," the current of conceptual thinking, as well as the energy-currents in the body. Mind is the dualistic consciousness of an unenlightened being. These two are closely related.
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Tantric practitioner. In this book, the word yogi often holds the connotation of someone who has already attained some level of realization of the natural state of mind.
rnal 'byor pa;yogin;Tantric practitioner. In this book, the word yogi often holds the connotation of someone who has already attained some level of realization of the natural state of mind.
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he philosophical orientation, the act of growing accustomed to that (usually in sitting practice), the implementation of that insight during the activities of daily life, and the final outcome resulting from such training. Each of the nine vehicles has its particular definition of view, meditation, conduct, and fruition.
lta ba sgom pa spyod pa 'bras bu;View,meditation,conduct,and fruition;view,meditation,conduct,and fruition;he philosophical orientation, the act of growing accustomed to that (usually in sitting practice), the implementation of that insight during the activities of daily life, and the final outcome resulting from such training. Each of the nine vehicles has its particular definition of view, meditation, conduct, and fruition.
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rin chen,dkon mchog;"Jewel," "precious."
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bla ma rin po che la phyag 'tshal lo;NAMO RATNA-GURU;"I pay homage to the precious master!"
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The lineage of oral teachings from master to disciple, as distinct from the scriptural lineage of textual transmission. The hearing lineage emphasizes the key points of oral instruction rather than elaborate philosophical learning.
nyan brgyud;Hearing lineage;hearing lineage;The lineage of oral teachings from master to disciple, as distinct from the scriptural lineage of textual transmission. The hearing lineage emphasizes the key points of oral instruction rather than elaborate philosophical learning.
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"Thus-gone." Same as a fully enlightened buddha.
de bzhin gshegs pa;"Thus-gone." Same as a fully enlightened buddha.
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A protectress of the Bŏnpo doctrine. She was subjugated by Padmasambhava and given the name Great Glacier Lady of Invincible Turquoise Mist.
zhang zhung gi dgra lha;War Goddess of Shangshung;war goddess of shangshung;A protectress of the Bŏnpo doctrine. She was subjugated by Padmasambhava and given the name Great Glacier Lady of Invincible Turquoise Mist.
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"The Great Treasury of Precious Termas." A collection of the most important revealed termas of Padmasambhava, Vimalamitra, Vairochana, and other of their closest disciples, compiled by Jamgőn Kongtrűl Lodrő Thaye with the help of Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo. Originally sixty-three volumes. Published by His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche in New Delhi, with the addition of several more volumes of termas and commentaries.
rin chen gter mdzod chen mo;"The Great Treasury of Precious Termas." A collection of the most important revealed termas of Padmasambhava, Vimalamitra, Vairochana, and other of their closest disciples, compiled by Jamgőn Kongtrűl Lodrő Thaye with the help of Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo. Originally sixty-three volumes. Published by His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche in New Delhi, with the addition of several more volumes of termas and commentaries.
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The central structure at the temple complex of Samye.
dbu rtse rigs / rim gsum;Triple-Storied Central Temple;triple-storied central temple;The central structure at the temple complex of Samye.
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Figurative expression for the abode of Vajradhara or Samantabhadra, the dharmakaya buddha. Akanishtha means "highest" or "unsurpassed."
'og min chos kyi dbyings kyi pho brang;Dharmadhatu palace of Akanishtha;dharmadhatu palace of akanishtha;Figurative expression for the abode of Vajradhara or Samantabhadra, the dharmakaya buddha. Akanishtha means "highest" or "unsurpassed."
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The secret script of the female spiritual beings, which can only be decoded by accomplished masters.
mkha' 'gro'i brda yig;Sign language of dakinis;sign language of dakinis;The secret script of the female spiritual beings, which can only be decoded by accomplished masters.
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The incarnation of Semlhag Chen, a god who earlier had been empowered by the buddhas. Immaculately conceived, his mother was a nun, the daughter of King Uparaja (Dhahenatalo or Indrabhuti) of Uddiyana. Garab Dorje received all the tantras, scriptures, and oral instructions of Dzogchen from Vajrasattva and Vajrapani in person and became the first human vidyadhara in the Dzogchen lineage. Having reached the state of complete enlightenment through the effortless Great Perfection, Garab Dorje transmitted the teachings to his retinue of exceptional beings. Manjushrimitra is regarded as his chief disciple. Padmasambhava is also known to have received the transmission of the Dzogchen tantras directly from Garab Dorje's wisdom form.
dga rab rdo rje;Surativajra,Prahevajra,Pramodavaj-ra;Garab Dorje;garab dorje;The incarnation of Semlhag Chen, a god who earlier had been empowered by the buddhas. Immaculately conceived, his mother was a nun, the daughter of King Uparaja (Dhahenatalo or Indrabhuti) of Uddiyana. Garab Dorje received all the tantras, scriptures, and oral instructions of Dzogchen from Vajrasattva and Vajrapani in person and became the first human vidyadhara in the Dzogchen lineage. Having reached the state of complete enlightenment through the effortless Great Perfection, Garab Dorje transmitted the teachings to his retinue of exceptional beings. Manjushrimitra is regarded as his chief disciple. Padmasambhava is also known to have received the transmission of the Dzogchen tantras directly from Garab Dorje's wisdom form.
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The seven qualities of a sambhogakaya buddha: complete enjoyment, union, great bliss, absence of a self-nature, presence of compassion, being uninterrupted, and being unceasing.
kha sbyor yan lag bdun;Seven aspects of union;seven aspects of union;The seven qualities of a sambhogakaya buddha: complete enjoyment, union, great bliss, absence of a self-nature, presence of compassion, being uninterrupted, and being unceasing.
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The direct introduction to the nature of mind. A root guru is the master who gives the pointing-out instruction so that the disciple recognizes the nature of mind.
ngo sprod;Pointing-out instruction;pointing-out instruction;The direct introduction to the nature of mind. A root guru is the master who gives the pointing-out instruction so that the disciple recognizes the nature of mind.
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(i) Supreme enlightenment. (2) The third of the four vidyadhara levels. See also Vidyadhara level of mahamudra.
phyag rgya chen po mchog gi rig 'dzin;Supreme vidyadhara level of mahamudra;supreme vidyadhara level of mahamudra;(i) Supreme enlightenment. (2) The third of the four vidyadhara levels. See also Vidyadhara level of mahamudra.
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The "vajra vehicle." The practices of taking the result as the path. See also Secret Mantra.
rdo rje theg pa;The "vajra vehicle." The practices of taking the result as the path. See also Secret Mantra.
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A minister of King Trisong Deutsen; also spelled Gyaltsa Lhanang (rgyal tsha lha snang).
rgya tsha lha snang);Gyatsa Lhanang;gyatsa lhanang;A minister of King Trisong Deutsen;also spelled Gyaltsa Lhanang (rgyal tsha lha snang).
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A high level of accomplishment. Same as the vidyadhara level of mahamudra.
slob pa'i zung 'jug;Unified stage of the path of training;unified stage of the path of training;A high level of accomplishment. Same as the vidyadhara level of mahamudra.
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The enormous shrine in front of the bodhi tree at Vajra Seat, Bodhgaya. See also Vajra Seat.
byang chub chen po;Mahabodhi Temple;mahabodhi temple;The enormous shrine in front of the bodhi tree at Vajra Seat, Bodhgaya. See also Vajra Seat.
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The "body of perfect enjoyment." In the context of the five kayas of fruition, sambhogakaya is the semimanifest form of the buddhas endowed with the five perfections of perfect teacher, retinue, place, teaching, and time, which are perceptible only to bodhisattvas on the ten levels. See also Three kayas.
longs spyod rdzogs pa'i sku;Sambhogakaya;The "body of perfect enjoyment." In the context of the five kayas of fruition, sambhogakaya is the semimanifest form of the buddhas endowed with the five perfections of perfect teacher, retinue, place, teaching, and time, which are perceptible only to bodhisattvas on the ten levels. See also Three kayas.
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he three bodhisatt- vas Avalokiteshvara, Manjushri, and Vajrapani. Lotsawa (lo tsa ba) Tibetan translators of the canonical texts, who usually worked closely with Indian panditas. The title literally means "bilingual" (skad gnyis smra ba) or the "eyes of the world" ('jig rten mig).
rigs gsum mgon po;Lords of the Three Families;lords of the three families;he three bodhisatt- vas Avalokiteshvara, Manjushri, and Vajrapani. Lotsawa (lo tsa ba) Tibetan translators of the canonical texts, who usually worked closely with Indian panditas. The title literally means "bilingual" (skad gnyis smra ba) or the "eyes of the world" ('jig rten mig).
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One of the eight chief disciples of Padmasambhava when the empowerment of the Assemblage of Sugatas was conferred. He attained both the common and supreme accomplishments at Paro Taktsang through the practice of the Tamer of All Haughty Spirits. His father was Amey Jangchub Drekhŏl, a powerful mantrika, who could employ the eight classes of gods and demons as his servants.
rlangs dpal gyi seng ge;Palgyi Senge of Lang;palgyi senge of lang;One of the eight chief disciples of Padmasambhava when the empowerment of the Assemblage of Sugatas was conferred. He attained both the common and supreme accomplishments at Paro Taktsang through the practice of the Tamer of All Haughty Spirits. His father was Amey Jangchub Drekhŏl, a powerful mantrika, who could employ the eight classes of gods and demons as his servants.
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The unchanging quality of the buddha nature. Sometimes counted among the five kayas of buddhahood. See also Five kayas of fruition.
rdo rje sku;Vajrakaya;The unchanging quality of the buddha nature. Sometimes counted among the five kayas of buddhahood. See also Five kayas of fruition.
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One of the first Tibetans to take ordination as a monk. He received transmission from Hungkara in India. At first, he was a trusted attendant of Trisong Deutsen by the name Gőnpo and, later, at the time of taking ordination, he was given the name Gyalwey Lodrŏ, "Victorious Intelligence." He became erudite in translation and attained accomplishment after receiving transmission from Humkara. It is said that he visited the land of Yama, the Lord of Death, and saved his mother from the hell realms. After receiving teachings from Padmasambhava, he displayed the feat of transforming a zombie into gold. Some of this gold has been revealed in termas in later times. He achieved the vidyadhara level of longevity and is reputed to have lived until the time of Rongzom Pandita Chőkyi Sangpo (rong zom chos kyi bzang po; 1012—1088), to whom he gave teachings.
'bre rgyal ba'i bio gros;Gyalwey Lodrő of Drey;gyalwey lodrő of drey;One of the first Tibetans to take ordination as a monk. He received transmission from Hungkara in India. At first, he was a trusted attendant of Trisong Deutsen by the name Gőnpo and, later, at the time of taking ordination, he was given the name Gyalwey Lodrŏ, "Victorious Intelligence." He became erudite in translation and attained accomplishment after receiving transmission from Humkara. It is said that he visited the land of Yama, the Lord of Death, and saved his mother from the hell realms. After receiving teachings from Padmasambhava, he displayed the feat of transforming a zombie into gold. Some of this gold has been revealed in termas in later times. He achieved the vidyadhara level of longevity and is reputed to have lived until the time of Rongzom Pandita Chőkyi Sangpo (rong zom chos kyi bzang po;1012—1088), to whom he gave teachings.
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The second of the three inner tantras. It emphasizes knowledge (prajna) rather than means (upaya) and the completion stage rather than the development stage. The view of Anu Yoga is that liberation is attained through growing accustomed to the insight into the nondual nature of space and wisdom. According to the ''Pond of White Lotus Flowers'' by Shechen Gyaltsab, the teachings of Anu Yoga appeared in this world when King Ja, a Dharma king also known as Lungten Dorje, Vajra Prophecy, received empowerment and instruction from the Lord of Secrets, through which he gained full comprehension of the meaning. The scriptural lineage he received from the human vidyadhara Vimalakirti. The major texts of Anu Yoga are the Four Scriptures and the Summation. King Ja transmitted the Anu Yoga teachings to the master Uparaja and his own sons Shakputri, Nagaputri, and Guhyaputri. Later lineage masters include Singhaputra, Kukuraja the Second, and Rolang Dewa (Garab Dorje). All the masters up to this point attained enlightenment together with their retinue and departed from this world without leaving a body behind. The dissolution of the physical body can also be attained through accomplishment in the mundane practices of essence-extract, manipulation of and control over the vital essences (bindu), or through prana mastery; but the accomplishment attained through the practice of Anu Yoga is superior because of transmuting the physical body of karmic ripening into luminosity by means of the practice connected to the nonconceptual wakefulness of the path of seeing. Subsequent masters in the transmission of Anu Yoga include Vajrahasya, Prabhahasti, Shakya Little Light, Shakyamitra, and Shakya Senge (Padmasambhava). In India, Padmasambhava transmitted the teachings to Master Hungkara. From him the lineage continued to Dewa Seldzey, Dharmabodhi, Dharma Rajapala, Vasudhara of Nepal, Tsuklag Palgey, and finally Chetsen Kye from the country of Drusha, who translated the Anu Yoga teachings into the Drusha language. This is the lineage that the translator Sangye Yeshe of Nub brought to Tibet.
rjes su rnal 'byor;Anu Yoga;The second of the three inner tantras. It emphasizes knowledge (prajna) rather than means (upaya) and the completion stage rather than the development stage. The view of Anu Yoga is that liberation is attained through growing accustomed to the insight into the nondual nature of space and wisdom. According to the ''Pond of White Lotus Flowers'' by Shechen Gyaltsab, the teachings of Anu Yoga appeared in this world when King Ja, a Dharma king also known as Lungten Dorje, Vajra Prophecy, received empowerment and instruction from the Lord of Secrets, through which he gained full comprehension of the meaning. The scriptural lineage he received from the human vidyadhara Vimalakirti. The major texts of Anu Yoga are the Four Scriptures and the Summation. King Ja transmitted the Anu Yoga teachings to the master Uparaja and his own sons Shakputri, Nagaputri, and Guhyaputri. Later lineage masters include Singhaputra, Kukuraja the Second, and Rolang Dewa (Garab Dorje). All the masters up to this point attained enlightenment together with their retinue and departed from this world without leaving a body behind. The dissolution of the physical body can also be attained through accomplishment in the mundane practices of essence-extract, manipulation of and control over the vital essences (bindu), or through prana mastery;but the accomplishment attained through the practice of Anu Yoga is superior because of transmuting the physical body of karmic ripening into luminosity by means of the practice connected to the nonconceptual wakefulness of the path of seeing. Subsequent masters in the transmission of Anu Yoga include Vajrahasya, Prabhahasti, Shakya Little Light, Shakyamitra, and Shakya Senge (Padmasambhava). In India, Padmasambhava transmitted the teachings to Master Hungkara. From him the lineage continued to Dewa Seldzey, Dharmabodhi, Dharma Rajapala, Vasudhara of Nepal, Tsuklag Palgey, and finally Chetsen Kye from the country of Drusha, who translated the Anu Yoga teachings into the Drusha language. This is the lineage that the translator Sangye Yeshe of Nub brought to Tibet.
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An Indian master who visited Tibet and reamined at Mount Kailash, where he taught emissaries of King Trisong Deutsen.
sangs rgyas gsang ba;Buddhaguhya;An Indian master who visited Tibet and reamined at Mount Kailash, where he taught emissaries of King Trisong Deutsen.
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Minor teachings associated with the deity Yamantaka, the wrathful aspect of Manjushri.
cog brdungs;Chogdung;chogdung;Minor teachings associated with the deity Yamantaka, the wrathful aspect of Manjushri.
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The different versions of her biography give varying details about her place of birth, the names of her parents, and so forth. In his Ocean of Wondrous Sayings to Delight the Learned Ones, Guru Tashi Tobgyal states that her father's name was Namkha Yeshe of the Kharchen clan and that she was born in Drongmochey of Drag. At first she was one of King Trisong Deu-tsen's queens, but later was given to Padmasambhava as an empowerment fee to be his spiritual consort. During the empowerment of Assemblage of Sugatas, her initiation flower fell on the mandala of Kilaya. Through this practice she became able to tame evil spirits and revive the dead. She was the chief compiler of all the inconceivable teachings given by the great master Padmasambhava. Having remained in Tibet for two hundred years, she departed for the celestial realm of the Glorious Copper-Colored Mountain without leaving a corpse behind. In The Precious Garland of Lapis Lazuli (p. 352), Jamgőn Kongtrűl says: Yeshe Tsogyal was a direct incarnation of Dhatvishvari Vajra Yogini in the form of a woman. She served Padmasambhava perfectly in that life, engaged in sadhana practice with incredible perseverance, and attained a level equal to Padmasambhava himself, the "continuity adorned with inexhaustible body, speech, mind, qualities, and activities." Her kindness to the land of Tibet surpasses the imagination, and her compassionate activity, which is no different from Padmasambhava's, continues unceasingly.
ye shes mtsho rgyal;The different versions of her biography give varying details about her place of birth, the names of her parents, and so forth. In his Ocean of Wondrous Sayings to Delight the Learned Ones, Guru Tashi Tobgyal states that her father's name was Namkha Yeshe of the Kharchen clan and that she was born in Drongmochey of Drag. At first she was one of King Trisong Deu-tsen's queens, but later was given to Padmasambhava as an empowerment fee to be his spiritual consort. During the empowerment of Assemblage of Sugatas, her initiation flower fell on the mandala of Kilaya. Through this practice she became able to tame evil spirits and revive the dead. She was the chief compiler of all the inconceivable teachings given by the great master Padmasambhava. Having remained in Tibet for two hundred years, she departed for the celestial realm of the Glorious Copper-Colored Mountain without leaving a corpse behind. In The Precious Garland of Lapis Lazuli (p. 352), Jamgőn Kongtrűl says: Yeshe Tsogyal was a direct incarnation of Dhatvishvari Vajra Yogini in the form of a woman. She served Padmasambhava perfectly in that life, engaged in sadhana practice with incredible perseverance, and attained a level equal to Padmasambhava himself, the "continuity adorned with inexhaustible body, speech, mind, qualities, and activities." Her kindness to the land of Tibet surpasses the imagination, and her compassionate activity, which is no different from Padmasambhava's, continues unceasingly.
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Even today, a place with clear and sweet water, situated near Lhasa in Central Tibet.
gshong pa'i lha chu;Divine Valley Wate;divine valley wate;Even today, a place with clear and sweet water, situated near Lhasa in Central Tibet.
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"The Oral Transmission of the Old School." Fifty-six volumes in the expanded edition published by His Holiness Dudjom Rinpoche, New Delhi.
rnying ma bka' ma;Nyingma Kama;nyingma kama;"The Oral Transmission of the Old School." Fifty-six volumes in the expanded edition published by His Holiness Dudjom Rinpoche, New Delhi.
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Any living being in one of the six realms who has not attained liberation.
sems can;Sentient being;sentient being;Any living being in one of the six realms who has not attained liberation.
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The area north of the Kathmandu Valley, between Trisuli and the present border of Tibet.
mang yul;Mang-yul;mang-yul;The area north of the Kathmandu Valley, between Trisuli and the present border of Tibet.
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One of the eight manifestations of Padmasambhava. Lord Nyang (mnga' bdag nyang / myang) See Nyang Ral Nyima Oser. Lord of Great Compassion (jo bo thugs rje chen po) See Avalokiteshvara. Lord of Secrets (gsang ba'i bdag po) See Vajrapani. Lord Ralpachen of Nyang (mnga' bdag nyang ral pa can) See Nyang Ral Nyima Oser.
bio ldan mchog sred;One of the eight manifestations of Padmasambhava. Lord Nyang (mnga' bdag nyang / myang) See Nyang Ral Nyima Oser. Lord of Great Compassion (jo bo thugs rje chen po) See Avalokiteshvara. Lord of Secrets (gsang ba'i bdag po) See Vajrapani. Lord Ralpachen of Nyang (mnga' bdag nyang ral pa can) See Nyang Ral Nyima Oser.
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The "Enlightened" or "Awakened One," who has completely abandoned all obscurations and perfected every good quality. A perfected bodhisattva after attaining true and complete enlightenment is known as a buddha. The Buddha generally referred to is Shakyamuni Buddha, the buddha of this era, who lived in India during the sixth century B.C. There have been innumerable buddhas in past aeons, who manifested the way to enlightenment. In the current Good Aeon, there will be one thousand buddhas, of which Buddha Shakyamuni is the fourth.
sangs rgyas;Buddha;The "Enlightened" or "Awakened One," who has completely abandoned all obscurations and perfected every good quality. A perfected bodhisattva after attaining true and complete enlightenment is known as a buddha. The Buddha generally referred to is Shakyamuni Buddha, the buddha of this era, who lived in India during the sixth century B.C. There have been innumerable buddhas in past aeons, who manifested the way to enlightenment. In the current Good Aeon, there will be one thousand buddhas, of which Buddha Shakyamuni is the fourth.
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A close disciple of Guru Rinpoche, who attained accomplishment through the practice of Hayagriva and later was incarnated as the Karmapas. Born in the clan of Ngenlam in the Phen Valley, he took ordination from Khenpo Bodhisattva in the first group of seven Tibetan monks. It is said that he kept his vows with utmost purity. Having received the transmission of Hayagriva from Padmasambhava, he practiced in solitude and reached the level of a vidyadhara.
rgyal ba mchog dbyangs;Gyalwa Cho-yang;gyalwa cho-yang;A close disciple of Guru Rinpoche, who attained accomplishment through the practice of Hayagriva and later was incarnated as the Karmapas. Born in the clan of Ngenlam in the Phen Valley, he took ordination from Khenpo Bodhisattva in the first group of seven Tibetan monks. It is said that he kept his vows with utmost purity. Having received the transmission of Hayagriva from Padmasambhava, he practiced in solitude and reached the level of a vidyadhara.
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"Accomplished one." Someone who has attained
grub thob;"Accomplished one." Someone who has attained
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A Mahayoga scripture, found in the Nyingma Gyiibum, vol. PHA.
sgyu 'phrul bla ma;Unsurpassable Magical Net;unsurpassable magical net;A Mahayoga scripture, found in the Nyingma Gyiibum, vol. PHA.
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The country to the northwest of ancient India, where Guru Rinpoche was born on a lotus flower. The literal meaning of Uddiyana is "vehicle of flying" or "going above and far." See also Orgyen, which is a corruption of the Indian word.
u rgyan,o rgyan;Uddiyana;The country to the northwest of ancient India, where Guru Rinpoche was born on a lotus flower. The literal meaning of Uddiyana is "vehicle of flying" or "going above and far." See also Orgyen, which is a corruption of the Indian word.
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The bodhisattva of boundless compassion; an emanation of Buddha Amitabha. Also known as Lord of Great Compassion or Great Compassionate One.
spyan ras gzigs;Avalokiteshvara;The bodhisattva of boundless compassion;an emanation of Buddha Amitabha. Also known as Lord of Great Compassion or Great Compassionate One.
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Also known as Karma Indranila. The dakini who transmitted the Eight Sadhana Teachings to the eight vidyadharas and later the Assemblage of Sugatas to Padmasambhava. See also Kungamo.
las kyi dbang mo;Karmeshvari;Leykyi Wangmo;leykyi wangmo;Also known as Karma Indranila. The dakini who transmitted the Eight Sadhana Teachings to the eight vidyadharas and later the Assemblage of Sugatas to Padmasambhava. See also Kungamo.
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A type of evil spirit symbolizing ego-clinging, sometimes counted among the eight classes of gods and demons. When subdued by a great master, they can also act as guardians of the Buddhadharma.
gong po;Gongpo spirits;gongpo spirits;A type of evil spirit symbolizing ego-clinging, sometimes counted among the eight classes of gods and demons. When subdued by a great master, they can also act as guardians of the Buddhadharma.
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The sacred place in eastern Nepal where Guru Rinpoche and Mandarava were blessed with immortal life by Buddha Amitayus.
'chi ba mthar byed;Maratika;The sacred place in eastern Nepal where Guru Rinpoche and Mandarava were blessed with immortal life by Buddha Amitayus.
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The forty-two peaceful and fifty-eight wrathful deities. See Fifty-eight herukas; forty-two peaceful deities.
Hundred peaceful and wrathful divinities
zhi khro'i lha brgya;Hundred peaceful and wrathful divinities;hundred peaceful and wrathful divinities;The forty-two peaceful and fifty-eight wrathful deities. See Fifty-eight herukas;forty-two peaceful deities.
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(i) The actual integration of learning into personal experience. (2) See Yoga Tantra.
rnal 'byor;Yoga;(i) The actual integration of learning into personal experience. (2) See Yoga Tantra.
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A high level of realization; perceiving the empty nature of all things.
ro mnyam;Equal taste;equal taste;A high level of realization;perceiving the empty nature of all things.
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"New Schools." The New Schools are the Kagyű, Sakya, and Gelug as well as Shijey and Chő, Jordruk, Shangpa Kagyű, and Nyendrup (the Kalachakra system).
gsar ma;Sarma Schools;sarma schools;"New Schools." The New Schools are the Kagyű, Sakya, and Gelug as well as Shijey and Chő, Jordruk, Shangpa Kagyű, and Nyendrup (the Kalachakra system).
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One of the subdivisions of the Instruction Section of Dzogchen: Ati, Chiti, and Yangti. Chiti is defined as covering the general points of Dzogchen.
spyi ti'i rnal 'byor;Chiti Yoga;One of the subdivisions of the Instruction Section of Dzogchen: Ati, Chiti, and Yangti. Chiti is defined as covering the general points of Dzogchen.
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The world and sentient beings; whatever can be experienced, the five elements, and has the possibility of existence, the five aggregates.
snang srid;Appearance and existence;appearance and existence;The world and sentient beings;whatever can be experienced, the five elements, and has the possibility of existence, the five aggregates.
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Eleventh-century Indian pandita from Vikramashila, who spent the last twelve years of his life in Tibet. Founding forefather of the Kadampa School of Tibetan Buddhism, also known as Dipamkara Shrijnana and Jowo Jey (jo bo rje).
Atisha Dipamkara;Eleventh-century Indian pandita from Vikramashila, who spent the last twelve years of his life in Tibet. Founding forefather of the Kadampa School of Tibetan Buddhism, also known as Dipamkara Shrijnana and Jowo Jey (jo bo rje).
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The five buddha families: tathagata, vajra, ratna, padma, and karma. They represent five aspects of innate qualities of the tathagatagarbha, our enlightened essence.
rigs lnga;Five families;five families;panchakula;The five buddha families: tathagata, vajra, ratna, padma, and karma. They represent five aspects of innate qualities of the tathagatagarbha, our enlightened essence.
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A gem that grants the fulfillment of all one could desire; thus the Buddha, one's personal master, and the nature of mind are often referred to as a wish-fulfilling gem.
yid bzhin nor bu;Wish-fulfilling jewel;wish-fulfilling jewel;A gem that grants the fulfillment of all one could desire;thus the Buddha, one's personal master, and the nature of mind are often referred to as a wish-fulfilling gem.
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A synonym for the Great Perfection or Dzogchen.
'od gsal rdo rje snying po;Luminous Vajra Essence;luminous vajra essence;A synonym for the Great Perfection or Dzogchen.
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The yogic art of being able to walk extremely fast, covering a long distance in a short time through control over the inner currents of energy.
rkang mgyogs;Swift feet;swift feet;The yogic art of being able to walk extremely fast, covering a long distance in a short time through control over the inner currents of energy.
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The youngest son of Trisong Deutsen, also known as Murub Tseypo. Protectors (srung ma) See Dharma protector.
lha sras dge mgon;Prince Virtuous Protector;prince virtuous protector;The youngest son of Trisong Deutsen, also known as Murub Tseypo. Protectors (srung ma) See Dharma protector.
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Early Tibetan translator of great importance and one of the twenty-five disciples of Padmasambhava, who recognized him as an incarnate bodhisattva. He worked closely with Vimalamitra, Jnanagarbha, Jinamitra, and Surendrabodhi. He is vital to the continuation of the Vinaya lineage in Tibet. Having attained realization at Chuwori, he aided Padmasambhava in transcribing and concealing terma treasures. The great tertőn Karma Lingpa (fourteenth century) is regarded as a reincarnation of Chokro Lui Gyaltsen.
cog ro klu'i rgyal mtshan;Chokro Lui Gyaltsen;chokro lui gyaltsen;Early Tibetan translator of great importance and one of the twenty-five disciples of Padmasambhava, who recognized him as an incarnate bodhisattva. He worked closely with Vimalamitra, Jnanagarbha, Jinamitra, and Surendrabodhi. He is vital to the continuation of the Vinaya lineage in Tibet. Having attained realization at Chuwori, he aided Padmasambhava in transcribing and concealing terma treasures. The great tertőn Karma Lingpa (fourteenth century) is regarded as a reincarnation of Chokro Lui Gyaltsen.
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Important protector of the Nyingma teachings, regarded as a bodhisattva on the eighth level. Also the name of a mountain range.
gnyan chen thang lha;Important protector of the Nyingma teachings, regarded as a bodhisattva on the eighth level. Also the name of a mountain range.
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Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga; focused on Nectar Quality. A tantra with a similar title is found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. LA. Possibly identical with the Scripture in Eight Chapters. See also Scripture in Eight Chapters.
bam po brgyad pa;Eightfold Volume;eightfold volume;Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga;focused on Nectar Quality. A tantra with a similar title is found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. LA. Possibly identical with the Scripture in Eight Chapters. See also Scripture in Eight Chapters.
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"Radiant Elephant." Among the eight vidyadharas, he was the receiver of the transmission of the tantras of Kilaya Activity. Born to a royal family in the western part of India and named Shakyaprabha when ordained as monk, Prabhahasti became extremely well-versed in the Tripitaka and studied Secret Mantra with Vajrahasya (rdo rje bzhad pa) and numerous other masters. He achieved supreme accomplishment and had, together with his disciple Shakyamitra, a tremendous impact on the Dharma in Kashmir.
glang po'i od;Prabhahasti;"Radiant Elephant." Among the eight vidyadharas, he was the receiver of the transmission of the tantras of Kilaya Activity. Born to a royal family in the western part of India and named Shakyaprabha when ordained as monk, Prabhahasti became extremely well-versed in the Tripitaka and studied Secret Mantra with Vajrahasya (rdo rje bzhad pa) and numerous other masters. He achieved supreme accomplishment and had, together with his disciple Shakyamitra, a tremendous impact on the Dharma in Kashmir.
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Chemchok Heruka. Usually identical with Nectar Quality, the chief heruka of the ratna family. Sometimes, in the case of Assemblage of Sugatas, Most Supreme is the heruka who embodies all the buddha families.
che mchog;Chemchok Heruka. Usually identical with Nectar Quality, the chief heruka of the ratna family. Sometimes, in the case of Assemblage of Sugatas, Most Supreme is the heruka who embodies all the buddha families.
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One of the two major aspects of Mahayoga scriptures, the other being the Tantra Section. See also Assemblage of Sugatas; Mahayoga.
sgrub sde;Sadhana Section;sadhana section;One of the two major aspects of Mahayoga scriptures, the other being the Tantra Section. See also Assemblage of Sugatas;Mahayoga.
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Referring to teachers of non-Buddhist philosophy, who adhere to the extreme views of eter-nalism or nihilism.
mu stegs pa;Non-Buddhist;non-buddhist;tirthika;Referring to teachers of non-Buddhist philosophy, who adhere to the extreme views of eter-nalism or nihilism.
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Five actions with the most severe karmic effect: killing one's mother, one's father, or an arhat, causing schism in the sangha of monks, and drawing blood from a tathagata with evil intent. These actions can also be called "immediates" because their karmic effect will ripen immediately after death without leaving time to go through a bardo state.
mtshams med pa'i las;Action without intermediate;action without intermediate;Five actions with the most severe karmic effect: killing one's mother, one's father, or an arhat, causing schism in the sangha of monks, and drawing blood from a tathagata with evil intent. These actions can also be called "immediates" because their karmic effect will ripen immediately after death without leaving time to go through a bardo state.
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"Lotus-born." Same as Guru Rinpoche. The Sanskrit names Padmakara and Padmasambhava are used interchangeably in Tibetan literature, and sometimes the Tibetan translation, Pema Jungney, is used. See also Guru Rinpoche.
pad ma 'byung gnas;Padmakara;"Lotus-born." Same as Guru Rinpoche. The Sanskrit names Padmakara and Padmasambhava are used interchangeably in Tibetan literature, and sometimes the Tibetan translation, Pema Jungney, is used. See also Guru Rinpoche.
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The "realm of phenomena"; the such-ness in which emptiness and dependent origination are inseparable. The nature of mind and phenomena, which lies beyond arising, dwelling, and ceasing.
chos kyi dbyings;Dharmadhatu;The "realm of phenomena";the such-ness in which emptiness and dependent origination are inseparable. The nature of mind and phenomena, which lies beyond arising, dwelling, and ceasing.
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The teachings of Mahayoga, Anu Yoga, and Ati Yoga, respectively.
rgyud lung man ngag;Tantras,scriptures,and instructions;tantras,scriptures,and instructions;The teachings of Mahayoga, Anu Yoga, and Ati Yoga, respectively.
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Usually the same as the state of buddhahood, characterized by perfection of the accumulations of merit and wisdom, and by the removal of the two obscurations, but sometimes also the lower stages of enlightenment of an arhat or a pratyekabuddha.
byang chub;Enlightenment;enlightenment;bodhi;Usually the same as the state of buddhahood, characterized by perfection of the accumulations of merit and wisdom, and by the removal of the two obscurations, but sometimes also the lower stages of enlightenment of an arhat or a pratyekabuddha.
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A sutra belonging to the third turning of the wheel of Dharma. Published as The Flower Ornament Scripture, 3 vols., Boston: Shambhala Publications, 1984-1987.
mdo phal po che;Avatamsaka Sutra;A sutra belonging to the third turning of the wheel of Dharma. Published as The Flower Ornament Scripture, 3 vols., Boston: Shambhala Publications, 1984-1987.
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A tantra belonging to Kriya Yoga, known to all Tibetan Buddhists as Jampal Tsenjő. Translated by Alex Wayman as Chanting the Names of Manjushri, Boston: Shambhala Publications, 1985.
Manjushri Namasangiti Tantra Expressed in Songs of Praise
'jam dpal gyi mtshan yang dag par brjod pa bstod pa glur blangs pa'i rgyud;Manjushri Namasangiti Tantra Expressed in Songs of Praise;manjushri namasangiti tantra expressed in songs of praise;A tantra belonging to Kriya Yoga, known to all Tibetan Buddhists as Jampal Tsenjő. Translated by Alex Wayman as Chanting the Names of Manjushri, Boston: Shambhala Publications, 1985.
'jam dpal gyi mtshan yang dag par brjod pa bstod pa glur blangs pa'i rgyud
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A powerful local spirit from the area of Kham, the chief of twenty-one major local divinities.
rma chen spom ra;Machen Pomra;machen pomra;A powerful local spirit from the area of Kham, the chief of twenty-one major local divinities.
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Brother of the great Dharma king Ralpachen and the persecutor of the sangha in Central Tibet during his five-year reign. During this brief reign, he almost succeeded in eradicating Buddhism in Tibet.
glang dar ma;Langdarma;langdarma;Brother of the great Dharma king Ralpachen and the persecutor of the sangha in Central Tibet during his five-year reign. During this brief reign, he almost succeeded in eradicating Buddhism in Tibet.
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Usually refers to the ten unvirtuous actions: The physical misdeeds of killing, taking what is not given, and engaging in sexual misconduct; the verbal misdeeds of lying, uttering divisive talk, using harsh words, and gossiping; and the mental misdeeds of harboring covetousness, ill-will, and wrong views.
mi dge ba;Nonvirtues;nonvirtues;Usually refers to the ten unvirtuous actions: The physical misdeeds of killing, taking what is not given, and engaging in sexual misconduct;the verbal misdeeds of lying, uttering divisive talk, using harsh words, and gossiping;and the mental misdeeds of harboring covetousness, ill-will, and wrong views.
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One of the two aspects of Vajrayana practice: the mental creation of pure images in order to purify habitual tendencies. The essence of the development stage is pure perception or sacred outlook, which means to perceive sights, sounds, and thoughts as deity, mantra, and wisdom.
bskyed rim;Development stage;development stage;utpattikrama;One of the two aspects of Vajrayana practice: the mental creation of pure images in order to purify habitual tendencies. The essence of the development stage is pure perception or sacred outlook, which means to perceive sights, sounds, and thoughts as deity, mantra, and wisdom.
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A class of spirits who ride goats and as patrons of blacksmiths carry a bellows and hammer.
theu rang;Theu-rang;theu-rang;A class of spirits who ride goats and as patrons of blacksmiths carry a bellows and hammer.
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The Essence of Secrets, the Forty Magical Nets, the Unsurpassable Magical Net, the Leulag Magical Net, the Eightfold Magical Net, the Magical Net of the Goddess, the Magical Net in Eighty Chapters, and the Magical Net of Manjushri. In his Essence of Accomplishment (p. 6A:Ą), Mipham Rinpoche explains that the view in the Eight Maya Sections belongs to Ati Yoga, while the conduct they teach belongs to Mahayoga. For that reason they are sometimes said to be classified in between as Anu Yoga tantras. In any case, they reveal the key points of the development stage, the completion stage, and the Great Perfection and can therefore be classified under any of the three inner tantras.
sgyu 'phrul sde brgyad;Eight Maya Sections;eight maya sections;The Essence of Secrets, the Forty Magical Nets, the Unsurpassable Magical Net, the Leulag Magical Net, the Eightfold Magical Net, the Magical Net of the Goddess, the Magical Net in Eighty Chapters, and the Magical Net of Manjushri. In his Essence of Accomplishment (p. 6A:Ą), Mipham Rinpoche explains that the view in the Eight Maya Sections belongs to Ati Yoga, while the conduct they teach belongs to Mahayoga. For that reason they are sometimes said to be classified in between as Anu Yoga tantras. In any case, they reveal the key points of the development stage, the completion stage, and the Great Perfection and can therefore be classified under any of the three inner tantras.
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The Lord of Death. A personification of imperma-nence, the unfailing law of karma, and one's inevitable mortality.
gshin rje;Yama;The Lord of Death. A personification of imperma-nence, the unfailing law of karma, and one's inevitable mortality.
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"Greater vehicle." When using the terms "greater and lesser vehicles," Mahayana and Hinayana, Mahayana includes the tantric vehicles, while Hinayana is comprised of the teachings for shravakas and pratyekabuddhas. The connotation of "greater" or "lesser" refers to the scope of aspiration, the methods applied, and the depth of insight.
theg pa chen po;Mahayana;"Greater vehicle." When using the terms "greater and lesser vehicles," Mahayana and Hinayana, Mahayana includes the tantric vehicles, while Hinayana is comprised of the teachings for shravakas and pratyekabuddhas. The connotation of "greater" or "lesser" refers to the scope of aspiration, the methods applied, and the depth of insight.
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In the aspect of ultimate truth, all phenomena are devoid of an independent, concrete identity and have therefore no basis for such attributes as "arising, dwelling, or ceasing," i.e., coming into being, remaining in time and place, and ceasing to exist.
skye ba med pa;Nonarising;nonarising;In the aspect of ultimate truth, all phenomena are devoid of an independent, concrete identity and have therefore no basis for such attributes as "arising, dwelling, or ceasing," i.e., coming into being, remaining in time and place, and ceasing to exist.
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"Means of accomplishment." Tantric liturgy and procedure for practice, usually emphasizing the development stage. The typical sadhana structure involves a preliminary part, which includes the taking of refuge and arousing bodhichitta; a main part, which involves the visualization of a buddha and the recitation of mantra; and a concluding part, which includes the dedication of merit to all sentient beings.
sgrub thabs;Sadhana;"Means of accomplishment." Tantric liturgy and procedure for practice, usually emphasizing the development stage. The typical sadhana structure involves a preliminary part, which includes the taking of refuge and arousing bodhichitta;a main part, which involves the visualization of a buddha and the recitation of mantra;and a concluding part, which includes the dedication of merit to all sentient beings.
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One of the eight vidyadharas, receiver of the transmission of Maledictory Fierce Mantra. Born in Uddiyana and reputed to have visited Tibet, where he participated in the consecration of the Samye Temple.
zhi ba'i snying po;One of the eight vidyadharas, receiver of the transmission of Maledictory Fierce Mantra. Born in Uddiyana and reputed to have visited Tibet, where he participated in the consecration of the Samye Temple.
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Important cycle of teachings connected to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga. The tantras belonging to this cycle are found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. OM, as well as in the revelations of Nyang Ral Nyima Oser. These teachings were transmitted by Samantabhadra, who manifested in the form of the peaceful Vajrasattva and wrathful Chemchok Heruka. The Lord of Secrets compiled and entrusted them to the dakini Leykyi Wangmo. She concealed these tantras in the stupa called Enchanting Mound (bde byed brtsegs pa) and later transmitted them to the eight vidya-dharas, one teaching to each master: Manjushri Body to Manju-shrimitra, Lotus Speech to Nagarjuna, Vishuddha Mind to Hungkara, Nectar Quality to Vimalamitra, Kilaya Activity to Prabhahasti, Liberating Sorcery of Mother Deities to Dhana Samskrita, Maledictory Fierce Mantra to Shantigarbha, and Mundane Worship to Guhyachandra. Each of these vidyadharas later transmitted their teachings to Padmasambhava, who then became the main holder of all.
bde gshegs 'dus pa;Assemblage of Sugatas;assemblage of sugatas;Important cycle of teachings connected to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga. The tantras belonging to this cycle are found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. OM, as well as in the revelations of Nyang Ral Nyima Oser. These teachings were transmitted by Samantabhadra, who manifested in the form of the peaceful Vajrasattva and wrathful Chemchok Heruka. The Lord of Secrets compiled and entrusted them to the dakini Leykyi Wangmo. She concealed these tantras in the stupa called Enchanting Mound (bde byed brtsegs pa) and later transmitted them to the eight vidya-dharas, one teaching to each master: Manjushri Body to Manju-shrimitra, Lotus Speech to Nagarjuna, Vishuddha Mind to Hungkara, Nectar Quality to Vimalamitra, Kilaya Activity to Prabhahasti, Liberating Sorcery of Mother Deities to Dhana Samskrita, Maledictory Fierce Mantra to Shantigarbha, and Mundane Worship to Guhyachandra. Each of these vidyadharas later transmitted their teachings to Padmasambhava, who then became the main holder of all.
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The land where the Anu Yoga teachings appeared.
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The tantric practice of attaining immortality by accomplishing the vidyadhara level of longevity.
rnal 'byor tshe'i rig 'dzin;Yoga of vidyadhara life;yoga of vidyadhara life;The tantric practice of attaining immortality by accomplishing the vidyadhara level of longevity.
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rmod pa drag sngags;Maledictory Fierce Mantra;maledictory fierce mantra;One of the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
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Possibly identical with Mőnkha Senge Dzong, a cave situated to the east of Bumthang in Bhutan, which was used by Padmasambhava and later by Yeshe Tsogyal as a sacred place for the sadhana of Vajra Kilaya.
mon kha ne'u ring;Meadow of Mőnkha;meadow of mőnkha;Possibly identical with Mőnkha Senge Dzong, a cave situated to the east of Bumthang in Bhutan, which was used by Padmasambhava and later by Yeshe Tsogyal as a sacred place for the sadhana of Vajra Kilaya.
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A minister of King Trisong Deutsen; also spelled Dershey Trelchung (sder bzhed sprel chung).
mdo gzher sprel chung;Dosher Trelchung;dosher trelchung;A minister of King Trisong Deutsen;also spelled Dershey Trelchung (sder bzhed sprel chung).
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The community of practitioners; usually the fully ordained monks and nuns. The "noble sangha" means those who have achieved the path of seeing, from among the five paths, and therefore are liberated from samsara.
dge 'dun;The community of practitioners;usually the fully ordained monks and nuns. The "noble sangha" means those who have achieved the path of seeing, from among the five paths, and therefore are liberated from samsara.
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A class of semidivine beings, generally benevolent, but sometimes wicked. Many are powerful local divinities; others live on Mount Sumeru, guarding the realm of the gods.
gnod sbyin;Yaksha;A class of semidivine beings, generally benevolent, but sometimes wicked. Many are powerful local divinities;others live on Mount Sumeru, guarding the realm of the gods.
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One of the first Tibetans to take ordination; received transmission from Hungkara in India, together with Namkhai Nyingpo.
gru gu e pag sha;Epagsha of Drugu;epagsha of drugu;One of the first Tibetans to take ordination;received transmission from Hungkara in India, together with Namkhai Nyingpo.
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One of the Eight Sadhana Teachings. The heruka of the ratna family or the tantric teachings connected with that deity.
bdud rtsi yon tan;Nectar Quality;nectar quality;One of the Eight Sadhana Teachings. The heruka of the ratna family or the tantric teachings connected with that deity.
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A Mahayoga scripture listed here as one of the Six Secret Sections. Sometimes also mentioned as one of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras—the tantra of enlightened activity. Texts with this name are found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. TSA and SHA.
karma ma le 'phrin las kyi rgyud;Activity Garland Tantra;activity garland tantra;A Mahayoga scripture listed here as one of the Six Secret Sections. Sometimes also mentioned as one of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras—the tantra of enlightened activity. Texts with this name are found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. TSA and SHA.
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One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras. Found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. OM.
'bum gyi ti ka'i rgyud lung;Hundred Thousand Tika Scripture;hundred thousand tika scripture;One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras. Found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. OM.
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Love, compassion, joy, and impartiality. Also called the "four abodes of Brahma" because their cultivation causes rebirth as the king of the gods in the realm of form within samsaric existence. When embraced by the attitude of bodhichitta, the wish to attain enlightenment for the welfare of others, their cultivation causes the attainment of unexcelled buddhahood.
tshad med bzhi;Four immeasurables;four immeasurables;Love, compassion, joy, and impartiality. Also called the "four abodes of Brahma" because their cultivation causes rebirth as the king of the gods in the realm of form within samsaric existence. When embraced by the attitude of bodhichitta, the wish to attain enlightenment for the welfare of others, their cultivation causes the attainment of unexcelled buddhahood.
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The state of not holding onto an object meditated upon nor a subject who meditates.
mi bsgom;Nonmeditation;nonmeditation;The state of not holding onto an object meditated upon nor a subject who meditates.
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The first of the three sections of Dzogchen. In this book, twenty-five tantras and eighteen major scriptures are mentioned. Most are found in the first three volumes of the Nyingma Gyūhum.
sems sde;The first of the three sections of Dzogchen. In this book, twenty-five tantras and eighteen major scriptures are mentioned. Most are found in the first three volumes of the Nyingma Gyūhum.
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One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras. In The Golden Garland Chronicles, this same text is named Peaceful Vajradhatu Tantra (zhi ba rdo rje dbyings kyi rgyud).
zhi ba dam pa lha'i rgyud;Sacred Peace Deity Tantra;sacred peace deity tantra;One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras. In The Golden Garland Chronicles, this same text is named Peaceful Vajradhatu Tantra (zhi ba rdo rje dbyings kyi rgyud).
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"Enlightenment," "awakening," "state of realization." See also Enlightenment.
byang chub;Bodhi;"Enlightenment," "awakening," "state of realization." See also Enlightenment.
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"Vajra Bearer." One of the eight great bodhisattvas and the chief compiler of the Vajrayana teachings. Also known as Lord of Secrets.
phyag na rdo rje;"Vajra Bearer." One of the eight great bodhisattvas and the chief compiler of the Vajrayana teachings. Also known as Lord of Secrets.
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Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga. Found in the Nyingma Gyŭbum, vol. A.
ma mo 'dus pa'i rgyud;Mother Deities Assemblage Tantra;mother deities assemblage tantra;Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga. Found in the Nyingma Gyŭbum, vol. A.
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The terrestrial pure land of Guru Rinpoche, situated on the subcontinent Chamara to the southeast of the Jambu continent. Chamara is the central of a configuration of nine islands inhabited by savage rakshasas. In the middle of Chamara rises the majestic copper-colored mountain into the skies. On its summit lies the magical palace Lotus Light, manifested from the natural expression of primordial wakeful-ness. Here resides Padmasambhava in an indestructible bodily form, transcending birth and death, for as long as samsara continues and through which he incessantly brings benefit to beings through magical emanations of his body, speech, and mind.
zangs mdog dpal ri;Glorious Copper-Colored Mountain;glorious copper-colored mountain;The terrestrial pure land of Guru Rinpoche, situated on the subcontinent Chamara to the southeast of the Jambu continent. Chamara is the central of a configuration of nine islands inhabited by savage rakshasas. In the middle of Chamara rises the majestic copper-colored mountain into the skies. On its summit lies the magical palace Lotus Light, manifested from the natural expression of primordial wakeful-ness. Here resides Padmasambhava in an indestructible bodily form, transcending birth and death, for as long as samsara continues and through which he incessantly brings benefit to beings through magical emanations of his body, speech, and mind.
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The empowerment for practicing Dzogchen. Sometimes it also refers to the stage of realization achieved thorugh Dzogchen practice.
Empowerment of the expression of awareness
rig pa'i rtsal gyi dbang;Empowerment of the expression of awareness;empowerment of the expression of awareness;The empowerment for practicing Dzogchen. Sometimes it also refers to the stage of realization achieved thorugh Dzogchen practice.
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Listed in chapter 12. The first five are found in the most common list of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras.
gsang ba sde drug;Six Secret Sections;six secret sections;Listed in chapter 12. The first five are found in the most common list of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras.
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One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras. Also named Galpo Dūpa (gal po bsdus pa).
Tantra of the General Accomplishment of Knowledge Mantras
rig sngags spyi'i sgrub lugs kyi rgyud;Tantra of the General Accomplishment of Knowledge Mantras;tantra of the general accomplishment of knowledge mantras;One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras. Also named Galpo Dūpa (gal po bsdus pa).
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"Emanation body," "form of magical apparition." The third of the three kayas. The aspect of enlightenment that can be perceived by ordinary beings. See also Three kayas.
sprul sku;Nirmanakaya;"Emanation body," "form of magical apparition." The third of the three kayas. The aspect of enlightenment that can be perceived by ordinary beings. See also Three kayas.
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(i) One of the five families; the chief buddha of the tathagata family. (2) The great and unequalled translator who lived during the reign of King Trisong Deutsen. Vairochana (also pronounced bey-ro-tsa-na in Tibetan) was recognized by Padmakara as a reincarnation of an Indian pandita. He was among the first seven Tibetan monks and was sent to India to study with Shri Singha. Shri Singha in turn entrusted Vairochana with the task of propagating the Mind Section and Space Section of Dzogchen in Tibet. He is one of the three main masters to bring the Dzogchen teachings to Tibet, the two others being Padmakara and Vimalamitra. Vairochana's chief disciples were Yudra Nyingpo, Sangtŏn Yeshe Lama, Pang Gen Sangye Gŏnpo, Jnana Kumara of Ny ag, and Lady Yeshe Drőnma. An especially renowned disciple was the old Pang Gen Mipham Gőnpo, whose disciples attained the rainbow body for seven generations by means of the oral instructions entitled Dorje Zampa, the "Vajra Bridge." Tsele Natsok Rangdről, Terdag Lingpa Gyurmey Dorje, and Jarngőn Kongtrűl Lodrŏ Thaye are regarded as reincarnations of Vairochana. Vajra (rdo rje) "Diamond," "king of stones." As an adjective it means "indestructible," "invincible," or "firm." The ultimate vajra is emptiness; the conventional vajra is the ritual implement of material substance.
rnam par snang mdzad;Vairochana;(i) One of the five families;the chief buddha of the tathagata family. (2) The great and unequalled translator who lived during the reign of King Trisong Deutsen. Vairochana (also pronounced bey-ro-tsa-na in Tibetan) was recognized by Padmakara as a reincarnation of an Indian pandita. He was among the first seven Tibetan monks and was sent to India to study with Shri Singha. Shri Singha in turn entrusted Vairochana with the task of propagating the Mind Section and Space Section of Dzogchen in Tibet. He is one of the three main masters to bring the Dzogchen teachings to Tibet, the two others being Padmakara and Vimalamitra. Vairochana's chief disciples were Yudra Nyingpo, Sangtŏn Yeshe Lama, Pang Gen Sangye Gŏnpo, Jnana Kumara of Ny ag, and Lady Yeshe Drőnma. An especially renowned disciple was the old Pang Gen Mipham Gőnpo, whose disciples attained the rainbow body for seven generations by means of the oral instructions entitled Dorje Zampa, the "Vajra Bridge." Tsele Natsok Rangdről, Terdag Lingpa Gyurmey Dorje, and Jarngőn Kongtrűl Lodrŏ Thaye are regarded as reincarnations of Vairochana. Vajra (rdo rje) "Diamond," "king of stones." As an adjective it means "indestructible," "invincible," or "firm." The ultimate vajra is emptiness;the conventional vajra is the ritual implement of material substance.
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After Garab Dorje established the six million four hundred thousand tantras of Dzogchen in the human world, his chief disciple, Manjushrimitra, arranged these tantras into three categories: the Mind Section, emphasizing luminosity; the Space Section, emphasizing emptiness; and the Instruction Section, emphasizing their inseparability.
rdzogs chen sde gsum;Three Sections of Dzogchen;three sections of dzogchen;After Garab Dorje established the six million four hundred thousand tantras of Dzogchen in the human world, his chief disciple, Manjushrimitra, arranged these tantras into three categories: the Mind Section, emphasizing luminosity;the Space Section, emphasizing emptiness;and the Instruction Section, emphasizing their inseparability.
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The end of the path. Usually the state of complete and perfect buddhahood. Can also refer to one of the three levels of enlightenment—of a shravaka, pratyekabuddha, or bodhisattva. See also View, meditation, conduct, and fruition.
'bras bu,Skt. phala;Fruition;fruition;The end of the path. Usually the state of complete and perfect buddhahood. Can also refer to one of the three levels of enlightenment—of a shravaka, pratyekabuddha, or bodhisattva. See also View, meditation, conduct, and fruition.
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The rivers of empowerment of yidam, tantric scriptures, spiritual friend, and of the expression of awareness. These four transmissions originate from Garab Dorje, King Jah, Buddhaguhya, and Shri Singha, respectively.
bka' babs kyi chu bo chen po bzhi;Four great rivers of transmissions;four great rivers of transmissions;The rivers of empowerment of yidam, tantric scriptures, spiritual friend, and of the expression of awareness. These four transmissions originate from Garab Dorje, King Jah, Buddhaguhya, and Shri Singha, respectively.
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A tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga, focused on the section of Mundane Worship.
dregs pa 'dul ba'i rgyud;Tantra of Taming Haughty Spirits;tantra of taming haughty spirits;A tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga, focused on the section of Mundane Worship.
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The religion prevalent in Tibet before the establishment of Buddhism in the ninth century.
bon po;Bőnpo;bőnpo;The religion prevalent in Tibet before the establishment of Buddhism in the ninth century.
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The ruler of the gods of the realm of form.
tshangs pa;Brahma;The ruler of the gods of the realm of form.
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The extinguishing of the causes for samsaric existence. The lesser nirvana refers to the liberation from cyclic existence attained by a Hinayana practitioner. When referring to a buddha, nirvana is the great nondwelling state of enlightenment which falls neither into the extreme of samsaric existence nor into the passive state of cessation attained by an arhat.
mya ngan las das pa;Nirvana;The extinguishing of the causes for samsaric existence. The lesser nirvana refers to the liberation from cyclic existence attained by a Hinayana practitioner. When referring to a buddha, nirvana is the great nondwelling state of enlightenment which falls neither into the extreme of samsaric existence nor into the passive state of cessation attained by an arhat.
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The individual continuity of cognition in an individual sentient being.
rgyud,sems rgyud;Stream-of-being;stream-of-being;The individual continuity of cognition in an individual sentient being.
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Anu Yoga scripture of major importance. Abbreviation of The Scripture of the Embodiment of the Realization of All Buddhas (sangs rgyas thams cad kyi dgongs pa 'dus pa'i mdo).
dgongs 'dus;Embodiment of Realization;embodiment of realization;Anu Yoga scripture of major importance. Abbreviation of The Scripture of the Embodiment of the Realization of All Buddhas (sangs rgyas thams cad kyi dgongs pa 'dus pa'i mdo).
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A brick ornamented with flourishes. A gold patra possibly weighs several kilos.
pa tra;A brick ornamented with flourishes. A gold patra possibly weighs several kilos.
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A key term in Vajrayana philosophy, signifying a departure from the Mahayana's over-emphasis on emptiness, which can lead to nihilism. According to Mipham Rinpoche, "luminosity" means "free from the darkness of unknowing and endowed with the ability to cognize."
'od gsal;Luminosity;luminosity;prabhasvara;A key term in Vajrayana philosophy, signifying a departure from the Mahayana's over-emphasis on emptiness, which can lead to nihilism. According to Mipham Rinpoche, "luminosity" means "free from the darkness of unknowing and endowed with the ability to cognize."
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Important early Tibetan translator of the Tripitaka. Extremely well-versed in writing, his style of calligraphy is continued to the present day. Having received transmission of Vajrayana from Padmasambhava, he had realization and achieved perfect recall. He is said to be the chief scribe, who wrote down many termas, including the Assemblage of Sugatas connected to the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
ldan ma rtse mang;Tsemang of Denma;tsemang of denma;Important early Tibetan translator of the Tripitaka. Extremely well-versed in writing, his style of calligraphy is continued to the present day. Having received transmission of Vajrayana from Padmasambhava, he had realization and achieved perfect recall. He is said to be the chief scribe, who wrote down many termas, including the Assemblage of Sugatas connected to the Eight Sadhana Teachings.
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Medicinal plant endowed with many wonderful qualities.
Arura;Medicinal plant endowed with many wonderful qualities.
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Divine sight, divine hearing, recollection of former lives, cognition of the minds of others, capacity for performing miracles and, in the case of accomplished practitioners, the cognition of the exhaustion of defilements.
mngon shes;Superknowledge;superknowledge;abhijna;Divine sight, divine hearing, recollection of former lives, cognition of the minds of others, capacity for performing miracles and, in the case of accomplished practitioners, the cognition of the exhaustion of defilements.
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The five male and female herukas, eight yoginis, eight tramen goddesses, four female gatekeepers, and twenty-eight ishvaris.
khrag 'thung lnga bcu nga brgyad;Fifty-eight herukas;fifty-eight herukas;The five male and female herukas, eight yoginis, eight tramen goddesses, four female gatekeepers, and twenty-eight ishvaris.
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"Transcendent knowledge." The Mahayana teachings on insight into emptiness, transcending the fixation on subject, object, and action. Associated with the second turning of the wheel of Dharma.
shes rab kyi pha rol tu phyin pa;Prajnaparamita;"Transcendent knowledge." The Mahayana teachings on insight into emptiness, transcending the fixation on subject, object, and action. Associated with the second turning of the wheel of Dharma.
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One of the five major retreat places of Guru Rinpoche; the place of enlightened qualities. It is also the site where one of his chief disciples, Kharchen Yeshe Shőnnu, attained realization of Nectar Quality. Situated one day's walk above Tramdruk in the Yarlung valley, Central Tibet.
gyar klung shel gyi brag phug;Crystal Cave of Yarlung;crystal cave of yarlung;One of the five major retreat places of Guru Rinpoche;the place of enlightened qualities. It is also the site where one of his chief disciples, Kharchen Yeshe Shőnnu, attained realization of Nectar Quality. Situated one day's walk above Tramdruk in the Yarlung valley, Central Tibet.
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Three aspects of protective tantric rituals.
srog ser gtad gsum;Life-wheel,hail,and spells;life-wheel,hail,and spells;Three aspects of protective tantric rituals.
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The heruka of the Tathagata Body family or the tantric teachings connected to this deity, which are among the Eight Sadhana Teachings. Also known as Yamantaka, the wrathful form of Manjushri, representing wisdom that subdues death.
'jam dpal sku;Manjushri Body;manjushri body;The heruka of the Tathagata Body family or the tantric teachings connected to this deity, which are among the Eight Sadhana Teachings. Also known as Yamantaka, the wrathful form of Manjushri, representing wisdom that subdues death.
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"Solitarily enlightened one." A Hinayana arhat who attains nirvana chiefly through contemplation on the twelve links of dependent origination in reverse order, without needing teachings in that lifetime. He lacks the complete realization of a buddha and so cannot benefit limitless sentient beings as a buddha does.
rang rgyal,rang sangs rgyas;Pratyekabuddha;"Solitarily enlightened one." A Hinayana arhat who attains nirvana chiefly through contemplation on the twelve links of dependent origination in reverse order, without needing teachings in that lifetime. He lacks the complete realization of a buddha and so cannot benefit limitless sentient beings as a buddha does.
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Princess of Sahor and close disciple of Guru Rinpoche, she was one of his five main consorts. Her name refers to the coral tree, Erythrina indica, one of the five trees of paradise, which has brilliant scarlet flowers. She is said to be identical with the dakini Niguma and the yogini by the name of Adorned with Human Bone Ornaments. In The Precious Garland of Lapis Lazuli (p. 352), Jamgőn Kongtrűl says: Born as the daughter of Arshadhara, the king of Sahor, and Queen Mohauki, accompanied by miraculous signs (and because of her great beauty), many kings from India and China vied to take her as their bride. Nevertheless, she had unshakable renunciation and entered the gate of the Dharma. Padmasambhava perceived that she was to be his disciple and accepted her as his spiritual consort. But the king, fearing that his bloodline would be contaminated, had the master burned alive. When Padmasambhava showed the miracle of transforming the mass of fire into a lake, the king gained faith and without hesitation offered his entire kingdom and the princess. When the king requested teachings, Padmasambhava showered upon twenty-one disciples the great rain of the Dharma by transmitting the tantras, scriptures, and oral instructions of Kadii Chŏ'kyi Gyamtso, the Dharma Ocean Embodying All Teachings. Thus the master established the king and his ministers on the vidyadhara levels. Guru Rinpoche accepted her as his consort and in Maratika, the Cave of Bringing Death to an End, both master and consort displayed the manner of achieving the unified vajra body on the vidyadhara level of life mastery. Mandarava remained in India and brought tremendous benefit to beings both direcdy and indirectly. In Tibet, she appeared miraculously at the great Dharma Wheel of Tramdruk, where she exchanged symbolic praises and replies with Guru Rinpoche. The details of that are recorded extensively in the Padma Kathang. A separate life story of Mandarava is found in the collected writings of Orgyen Lingpa. Mandarava was a wisdom dakini among whose different names and manifestations are counted the yogini Adorned with Human Bone Ornaments (Mirűkyi Gyenchen) at the time of Lord Marpa, Risűlkyi Naljorma at the time of Nyen Lotsawa, and Drubpey Gyalmo at the time of Rechungpa. Mandarava is also accepted as being Chushingi Nyemachen, the consort of Maitripa, as well as the dakini Niguma. Her compassionate emanations and her blessings are beyond any doubt and, since she attained the indestructible rainbow body, she is surely present (in the world) right now.
man da ra ba me tog;Mandarava Flower;mandarava flower;Princess of Sahor and close disciple of Guru Rinpoche, she was one of his five main consorts. Her name refers to the coral tree, Erythrina indica, one of the five trees of paradise, which has brilliant scarlet flowers. She is said to be identical with the dakini Niguma and the yogini by the name of Adorned with Human Bone Ornaments. In The Precious Garland of Lapis Lazuli (p. 352), Jamgőn Kongtrűl says: Born as the daughter of Arshadhara, the king of Sahor, and Queen Mohauki, accompanied by miraculous signs (and because of her great beauty), many kings from India and China vied to take her as their bride. Nevertheless, she had unshakable renunciation and entered the gate of the Dharma. Padmasambhava perceived that she was to be his disciple and accepted her as his spiritual consort. But the king, fearing that his bloodline would be contaminated, had the master burned alive. When Padmasambhava showed the miracle of transforming the mass of fire into a lake, the king gained faith and without hesitation offered his entire kingdom and the princess. When the king requested teachings, Padmasambhava showered upon twenty-one disciples the great rain of the Dharma by transmitting the tantras, scriptures, and oral instructions of Kadii Chŏ'kyi Gyamtso, the Dharma Ocean Embodying All Teachings. Thus the master established the king and his ministers on the vidyadhara levels. Guru Rinpoche accepted her as his consort and in Maratika, the Cave of Bringing Death to an End, both master and consort displayed the manner of achieving the unified vajra body on the vidyadhara level of life mastery. Mandarava remained in India and brought tremendous benefit to beings both direcdy and indirectly. In Tibet, she appeared miraculously at the great Dharma Wheel of Tramdruk, where she exchanged symbolic praises and replies with Guru Rinpoche. The details of that are recorded extensively in the Padma Kathang. A separate life story of Mandarava is found in the collected writings of Orgyen Lingpa. Mandarava was a wisdom dakini among whose different names and manifestations are counted the yogini Adorned with Human Bone Ornaments (Mirűkyi Gyenchen) at the time of Lord Marpa, Risűlkyi Naljorma at the time of Nyen Lotsawa, and Drubpey Gyalmo at the time of Rechungpa. Mandarava is also accepted as being Chushingi Nyemachen, the consort of Maitripa, as well as the dakini Niguma. Her compassionate emanations and her blessings are beyond any doubt and, since she attained the indestructible rainbow body, she is surely present (in the world) right now.
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"Tantric practitioner," ngakpa. A person who has received empowerment, continues sadhana practice, and keeps the sacred commitments. In particular, an adept follower of Mahayoga Tantra.
sngags pa;"Tantric practitioner," ngakpa. A person who has received empowerment, continues sadhana practice, and keeps the sacred commitments. In particular, an adept follower of Mahayoga Tantra.
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One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras, focused on Vishuddha Mind. Found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. RA.
khro bo pun da ri ka'i rgyud;Wrathful Blue Lotus Tantra;wrathful blue lotus tantra;One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras, focused on Vishuddha Mind. Found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. RA.
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sngags kyi;Mantric;mantric;Of or pertaining to Vajrayana.
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The king of the country of Uddiyana during the appearance of Padmasambhava in this world. Sometimes his name is spelled Indrabhuti.
rgyal po indra bodhi;Indrabodhi;The king of the country of Uddiyana during the appearance of Padmasambhava in this world. Sometimes his name is spelled Indrabhuti.
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Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga, focused on a wrathful form of Manjushri.
gshin rje'i 'khor lo;Wheel of Yama;wheel of yama;Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga, focused on a wrathful form of Manjushri.
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Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga. Tantras with similar titles are found in the Nyingma Gyūhum, vols. DZA and HA.
ki la ya bcu gnyis;Twelvefold Kilaya Tantra;twelvefold kilaya tantra;Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga. Tantras with similar titles are found in the Nyingma Gyūhum, vols. DZA and HA.
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he present world-age, dominated by decline and degeneration.
rtsod dus;Age of Strife;age of strife;he present world-age, dominated by decline and degeneration.
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A tantric ritual involving structures of sticks and colored yarn, used to appease mundane spirits.
mdos;Thread-cross;thread-cross;A tantric ritual involving structures of sticks and colored yarn, used to appease mundane spirits.
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"Foe destroyer," someone who has conquered the four maras and attained nirvana, the fourth and final result of the Hinayana path.
dgra bcom pa;Arhat;"Foe destroyer," someone who has conquered the four maras and attained nirvana, the fourth and final result of the Hinayana path.
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Four areas in Central Tibet flanking the rivers Kyichu and Tsangpo.
bod ru bzhi;Four districts of Tibet;four districts of tibet;Four areas in Central Tibet flanking the rivers Kyichu and Tsangpo.
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A tantra belonging to Kriya Yoga, also known as ''Meaningful Lasso Tantra''. Ananda (kun dga' bo) One of the ten close disciples of the Buddha and his personal attendant, who recited the sutras at the First Council and served as the second patriarch in the oral transmission of the Dharma.
don yod zhags pa;Amogha Pasha;A tantra belonging to Kriya Yoga, also known as ''Meaningful Lasso Tantra''. Ananda (kun dga' bo) One of the ten close disciples of the Buddha and his personal attendant, who recited the sutras at the First Council and served as the second patriarch in the oral transmission of the Dharma.
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One of the eight subcontinents surrounding Mount Sumeru as well as the support for the terrestrial pure land of Guru Rinpoche, known as the Glorious Copper-Colored Mountain.
rnga gyab;Chamara;One of the eight subcontinents surrounding Mount Sumeru as well as the support for the terrestrial pure land of Guru Rinpoche, known as the Glorious Copper-Colored Mountain.
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The third of the three sections of Dzogchen, as arranged by Manjushrimitra. In Tibet, three lineages are represented: through Padmasambhava and Vairochana, who both received transmission from Shri Singha, and through Vimalamitra, who received transmission partly from Shri Singha and partly from Jnanasutra. The first two lineages were continued only as termas, while Vimalamitra's was passed on both as terma and as oral transmission. In the following millennium, innumerable termas were revealed, which contain the precious instructions of these three great masters. The most important of these terma treasures are included in the Rinchen Terdző, a collection of termas compiled by Jamgőn Kongtrŭl, covering the three inner tantras.
man ngag sde;Instruction Section;instruction section;The third of the three sections of Dzogchen, as arranged by Manjushrimitra. In Tibet, three lineages are represented: through Padmasambhava and Vairochana, who both received transmission from Shri Singha, and through Vimalamitra, who received transmission partly from Shri Singha and partly from Jnanasutra. The first two lineages were continued only as termas, while Vimalamitra's was passed on both as terma and as oral transmission. In the following millennium, innumerable termas were revealed, which contain the precious instructions of these three great masters. The most important of these terma treasures are included in the Rinchen Terdző, a collection of termas compiled by Jamgőn Kongtrŭl, covering the three inner tantras.
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Manjushrimitra, Nagarjuna, Hungkara, Vimalamitra, Prabhahasti, Dhana Sanskrita, Shantigarbha, and Guhyachandra.
rig 'dzin brgyad;Eight vidyadharas;eight vidyadharas;Manjushrimitra, Nagarjuna, Hungkara, Vimalamitra, Prabhahasti, Dhana Sanskrita, Shantigarbha, and Guhyachandra.
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"Knowledge-holder." Holder (Skt. dhara) or bearer of knowledge (Skt. vidya) mantra. A realized master on one of the four stages on the tantric path of Mahayoga, the tantric equivalent of the eleven levels. Another definition is the bearer of the profound method, the knowledge that is the wisdom of deity, mantra, and great bliss.
rig pa 'dzin pa;"Knowledge-holder." Holder (Skt. dhara) or bearer of knowledge (Skt. vidya) mantra. A realized master on one of the four stages on the tantric path of Mahayoga, the tantric equivalent of the eleven levels. Another definition is the bearer of the profound method, the knowledge that is the wisdom of deity, mantra, and great bliss.
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The companion of Vairochana on his journey to India. Lekdrub received half of the transmission of Dzogchen from Shri Singha, departed early, and died on his way back to Tibet. He was reborn as Yudra Nyingpo.
gtsang legs grub;Lekdrub of Tsang;lekdrub of tsang;The companion of Vairochana on his journey to India. Lekdrub received half of the transmission of Dzogchen from Shri Singha, departed early, and died on his way back to Tibet. He was reborn as Yudra Nyingpo.
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Name of a mandala connected to the teachings of Vishuddha Heruka.
zla gam drug cu rtsa brgyad;Name of a mandala connected to the teachings of Vishuddha Heruka.
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bram ze;Brahman;Member of the priestly caste.
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The Vajrayana practice of "union and liberation": liberating ignorance and disturbing emotions by uniting with the wisdom of the enlightened state.
sbyor sgrol);The Vajrayana practice of "union and liberation": liberating ignorance and disturbing emotions by uniting with the wisdom of the enlightened state.
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Demon or demonic influence that creates obstacles for practice and enlightenment. Mythologically said to be a powerful god, who dwells in the highest abode in the realm of desire; the master of illusion, who attempted to prevent the Buddha from attaining enlightenment at Bodhgaya. For the Dharma practitioner, Mara symbolizes one's own ego-clinging and preoccupation with the eight worldly concerns. Generally, there are four maras or obstructions to practice of the Dharma: those of defilements, death, the aggregates, and the godly mara of seduction. Sometimes the four maras are mentioned by name: Klesha, Lord of Death, Skandha, and Godly Son.
bdud;Mara;Demon or demonic influence that creates obstacles for practice and enlightenment. Mythologically said to be a powerful god, who dwells in the highest abode in the realm of desire;the master of illusion, who attempted to prevent the Buddha from attaining enlightenment at Bodhgaya. For the Dharma practitioner, Mara symbolizes one's own ego-clinging and preoccupation with the eight worldly concerns. Generally, there are four maras or obstructions to practice of the Dharma: those of defilements, death, the aggregates, and the godly mara of seduction. Sometimes the four maras are mentioned by name: Klesha, Lord of Death, Skandha, and Godly Son.
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sangs rgyas kyi bstan pa,bstan pa,chos;Buddhadharma;Buddhism, the teachings of the Buddha.
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A symbolic description of dharmakaya being like a single sphere because it is devoid of duality and limitation and defies all edges of conceptual constructs that could be formed about it.
thig le nyag cig;Single sphere;single sphere;A symbolic description of dharmakaya being like a single sphere because it is devoid of duality and limitation and defies all edges of conceptual constructs that could be formed about it.
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A learned master, scholar, or professor of Buddhist philosophy.
mkhas pa;Pandita;A learned master, scholar, or professor of Buddhist philosophy.
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rgyud kyi,sngags kyi;Of or pertaining to Vajrayana.
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"Awakened state of mind." (1) The aspiration to attain enlightenment for the sake of all beings. (2) In the context of Dzogchen, the innate wakefulness of awakened mind; synonymous with rigpa, awareness.
byang sems,byang chub kyi sems;Bodhichitta;"Awakened state of mind." (1) The aspiration to attain enlightenment for the sake of all beings. (2) In the context of Dzogchen, the innate wakefulness of awakened mind;synonymous with rigpa, awareness.
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A synonym for the development stage; the practice of visualizing the form of the deity.
dbyibs kyi rnal 'byor;Yoga of shape;yoga of shape;A synonym for the development stage;the practice of visualizing the form of the deity.
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The mythological giant mountain at the center of our world-system, where the two lowest classes of gods of the desire realm live. It is surrounded by chains of lesser mountains, lakes, continents, and oceans and is said to rise 84,000 leagues above sea level.
ri rab lhun po;Mount Sumeru;mount sumeru;The mythological giant mountain at the center of our world-system, where the two lowest classes of gods of the desire realm live. It is surrounded by chains of lesser mountains, lakes, continents, and oceans and is said to rise 84,000 leagues above sea level.
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The king of Tibet in the seventh century, who prepared the way for transmission of the Buddhist teachings. He is regarded as an incarnation of Avalokiteshvara. He married Bhrikuti of Nepal and Wen Cheng of China, who each brought a sacred statue of Buddha Shakyamuni to Lhasa. Songtsen Gampo built the first Buddhist temples in Tibet, established a code of laws based on Dharma principles, and had his minister Thőnmi Sambhota develop the Tibetan script. During his reign, the translation of Buddhist texts into Tibetan began.
srong btsan sgam po;569—650 or 617-650;Songtsen Gampo;songtsen gampo;The king of Tibet in the seventh century, who prepared the way for transmission of the Buddhist teachings. He is regarded as an incarnation of Avalokiteshvara. He married Bhrikuti of Nepal and Wen Cheng of China, who each brought a sacred statue of Buddha Shakyamuni to Lhasa. Songtsen Gampo built the first Buddhist temples in Tibet, established a code of laws based on Dharma principles, and had his minister Thőnmi Sambhota develop the Tibetan script. During his reign, the translation of Buddhist texts into Tibetan began.
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The vase, secret, wisdom-knowledge, and precious word empowerments. Padmasambhava says in the Lam-rim Yeshe Nyingpo: The vase empowerment, which purifies the body and the nadis, is the seed of the vajra body and nirmanakaya. The secret empowerment, which purifies the speech and the pranas, is the seed of the vajra speech and sambhogakaya. The phonya empowerment, which purifies the mind and the essences, is the seed of the vajra mind and dharmakaya. The ultimate empowerment, which purifies the habitual patterns of the all-ground, is the seed of the vajra wisdom and svabhavikakaya.
dbang bzhi;Four empowerments;four empowerments;The vase, secret, wisdom-knowledge, and precious word empowerments. Padmasambhava says in the Lam-rim Yeshe Nyingpo: The vase empowerment, which purifies the body and the nadis, is the seed of the vajra body and nirmanakaya. The secret empowerment, which purifies the speech and the pranas, is the seed of the vajra speech and sambhogakaya. The phonya empowerment, which purifies the mind and the essences, is the seed of the vajra mind and dharmakaya. The ultimate empowerment, which purifies the habitual patterns of the all-ground, is the seed of the vajra wisdom and svabhavikakaya.
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Born in Upper Drom, he was first a border guard, but developed renunciation and received ordination from Vimalamitra, together with his two brothers. He received the bodhisattva vow from Padmasambhava as well as empowerment and oral instructions in Vajrayana. He practiced meditation in White Gorge of Tsib and at Yerpa, where he reached the accomplishment of being able to traverse freely through solid rock. Years later he assassinated the evil king Langdarma.
lha lung dpal gyi rdo rje;Lhalung Palgyi Dorje;lhalung palgyi dorje;Born in Upper Drom, he was first a border guard, but developed renunciation and received ordination from Vimalamitra, together with his two brothers. He received the bodhisattva vow from Padmasambhava as well as empowerment and oral instructions in Vajrayana. He practiced meditation in White Gorge of Tsib and at Yerpa, where he reached the accomplishment of being able to traverse freely through solid rock. Years later he assassinated the evil king Langdarma.
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Dharmakaya, sambhogakaya, and nirmanakaya. The three kayas as ground are essence, nature, and expression; as path they are bliss, clarity, and nonthought; and as fruition they are the three kayas of buddhahood. The three kayas of buddhahood are the dharmakaya, which is free from elaborate constructs and endowed with the twenty-one sets of enlightened qualities; the sambhogakaya, which is of the nature of light and endowed with the perfect major and minor marks, which are perceptible only to bodhisattvas on the levels; and the nirmanakaya, which manifests in forms perceptible to both pure and impure beings. In the context of this book, the three kayas are sometimes Buddha Amitabha, Avalokiteshvara, and Padmasambhava. See also Dharmakaya; Nirmanakaya; Sambhogakaya.
sku gsum;Three kayas;three kayas;trikaya;Dharmakaya, sambhogakaya, and nirmanakaya. The three kayas as ground are essence, nature, and expression;as path they are bliss, clarity, and nonthought;and as fruition they are the three kayas of buddhahood. The three kayas of buddhahood are the dharmakaya, which is free from elaborate constructs and endowed with the twenty-one sets of enlightened qualities;the sambhogakaya, which is of the nature of light and endowed with the perfect major and minor marks, which are perceptible only to bodhisattvas on the levels;and the nirmanakaya, which manifests in forms perceptible to both pure and impure beings. In the context of this book, the three kayas are sometimes Buddha Amitabha, Avalokiteshvara, and Padmasambhava. See also Dharmakaya;Nirmanakaya;Sambhogakaya.
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"Treasure." (1) The transmission through concealed treasures, which were hidden mainly by Guru Rinpoche and Yeshe Tsogyal, to be discovered at the proper time by a tertbŉ, a "treasure revealer," for the benefit of future disciples. It is one of the two chief traditions of the Nyingma School, the other being Kama. This tradition is said to continue even long after the Vinaya of the Buddha has disappeared. (2) Concealed treasures of many different kinds, including texts, ritual objects, relics, and natural objects. Terma treasures (gter ma) See Terma.
gter ma;Terma;terma;"Treasure." (1) The transmission through concealed treasures, which were hidden mainly by Guru Rinpoche and Yeshe Tsogyal, to be discovered at the proper time by a tertbŉ, a "treasure revealer," for the benefit of future disciples. It is one of the two chief traditions of the Nyingma School, the other being Kama. This tradition is said to continue even long after the Vinaya of the Buddha has disappeared. (2) Concealed treasures of many different kinds, including texts, ritual objects, relics, and natural objects. Terma treasures (gter ma) See Terma.
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A tantric master who is adept in the rituals and meaning of Vajrayana. The master from whom one receives tantric teaching and empowerment. Can also refer to the master who presides over a tantric ritual.
rdo rje slob dpon;Vajra master;vajra master;vajracharya;A tantric master who is adept in the rituals and meaning of Vajrayana. The master from whom one receives tantric teaching and empowerment. Can also refer to the master who presides over a tantric ritual.
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The five aspects of perfect enlightenment are described by Padmasambhava in his Lam-rim Yeshe Nyingpo: :The perfection of the benefit of oneself is the peaceful dharmakaya. :The spontaneously present benefit for others is the unified sambhogakaya. :The manifold skillful means to tame beings is the way of nirmanakaya. :The distinct and unmixed appearance aspect is the true bodhikaya. :Their one taste as dharmadhatu of the emptiness aspect is the vajrakaya.
'bras bu'i skabs kyi sku lnga;Five kayas of fruition;five kayas of fruition;The five aspects of perfect enlightenment are described by Padmasambhava in his Lam-rim Yeshe Nyingpo: :The perfection of the benefit of oneself is the peaceful dharmakaya. :The spontaneously present benefit for others is the unified sambhogakaya. :The manifold skillful means to tame beings is the way of nirmanakaya. :The distinct and unmixed appearance aspect is the true bodhikaya. :Their one taste as dharmadhatu of the emptiness aspect is the vajrakaya.
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Dzogchen tantras belonging to the Mind Section and possibly also the Space Section, which were taught by Shri Singha to Vairochana and Lekdrub. Listed in chapter 14.
rgyud nyi shu rtsa lnga;Twenty-five tantras;twenty-five tantras;Dzogchen tantras belonging to the Mind Section and possibly also the Space Section, which were taught by Shri Singha to Vairochana and Lekdrub. Listed in chapter 14.
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receiver of the tantras of Vishuddha Mind, including Heruka Galpo. Having taken birth in either India or Nepal, at first he was erudite in a non-Buddhist religion and gained some attainments. Later his faith awakened in the Buddhist teachings, he took ordination from Buddhajnana at Na-landa, and he studied both the outer and inner aspects of Secret Mantra. His name derives from the chief deity of the mandala into which he was first initiated. At some point he took an outcaste girl as consort and practiced the four aspects of approach and accomplishment for six months. Through that practice he had a vision of the entire mandala of Vajra Heruka and reached the attainment of the supreme accomplishment of mahamudra. He wrote the Golden Garland of Rulu, the Vishuddha Accomplishment, as well as other treatises and benefited beings with tremendous activity. Finally, he departed to the realm of Buddha Akshobhya in his very body. He was associated with Rolang Sukhasiddhi, Kukuraja, and Buddhaguhya, while his lineage was transmitted to Padmasambhava and Namkhai Nyingpo, who spread his teachings in India.
Hungkara One of the eight vidyadharas;hungkara one of the eight vidyadharas;receiver of the tantras of Vishuddha Mind, including Heruka Galpo. Having taken birth in either India or Nepal, at first he was erudite in a non-Buddhist religion and gained some attainments. Later his faith awakened in the Buddhist teachings, he took ordination from Buddhajnana at Na-landa, and he studied both the outer and inner aspects of Secret Mantra. His name derives from the chief deity of the mandala into which he was first initiated. At some point he took an outcaste girl as consort and practiced the four aspects of approach and accomplishment for six months. Through that practice he had a vision of the entire mandala of Vajra Heruka and reached the attainment of the supreme accomplishment of mahamudra. He wrote the Golden Garland of Rulu, the Vishuddha Accomplishment, as well as other treatises and benefited beings with tremendous activity. Finally, he departed to the realm of Buddha Akshobhya in his very body. He was associated with Rolang Sukhasiddhi, Kukuraja, and Buddhaguhya, while his lineage was transmitted to Padmasambhava and Namkhai Nyingpo, who spread his teachings in India.
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The "diamond seat" under the Bodhi Tree in Bodhgaya where Buddha Shakyamuni attained enlightenment.
rdo rje gdan;Vajra Seatv;vajra seatv;vajrasana;The "diamond seat" under the Bodhi Tree in Bodhgaya where Buddha Shakyamuni attained enlightenment.
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One of the three parts of the Tripitaka, the words of the Buddha. Systematic teachings on metaphysics, focusing on the training of discriminating knowledge by analyzing elements of experience and investigating the nature of existing things. The chief commentaries on Abhidharma are the ''Abhidharma Kosha'' by Dignaga, from the Hinayana perspective, and the ''Abhidharma Samucchaya'' by Asanga, from the Mahayana point of view. ''See also'' Tripitaka.
chos mngon pa;Abhidharma;One of the three parts of the Tripitaka, the words of the Buddha. Systematic teachings on metaphysics, focusing on the training of discriminating knowledge by analyzing elements of experience and investigating the nature of existing things. The chief commentaries on Abhidharma are the ''Abhidharma Kosha'' by Dignaga, from the Hinayana perspective, and the ''Abhidharma Samucchaya'' by Asanga, from the Mahayana point of view. ''See also'' Tripitaka.
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One of the first Tibetans to take ordination, having received transmission from Hungkara in India. Also known as Viryaraja of Ru-yong.
ru le sim ha ra dza;Singharaja of Ruley;singharaja of ruley;One of the first Tibetans to take ordination, having received transmission from Hungkara in India. Also known as Viryaraja of Ru-yong.
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"Equalizing Buddhahood." A Mahayoga scripture. Three tantras of this name are found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. MA. Sometimes counted as the tantra of enlightened body, from among the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras.
sangs rgyas mnyam sbyor;"Equalizing Buddhahood." A Mahayoga scripture. Three tantras of this name are found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. MA. Sometimes counted as the tantra of enlightened body, from among the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras.
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Several tantras in the first three volumes of the Nyingma Gyŭbum bear a resembling name, although none of them have fifty chapters. A writing mistake seems to have appeared, since the Bright Crystal Mirror by Yeshe Tsogyal says instead: "Five first parts of the Eighteen Marvels of Mind" (sems smad bco brgyad kyi stod kyi lnga), referring to the first five tantras translated by Vairochana.
Eighteen Marvels of Mind in Fifty Chapters
sems rmad du byung ba bco brgyad kyi le u lnga bcu;Eighteen Marvels of Mind in Fifty Chapters;eighteen marvels of mind in fifty chapters;Several tantras in the first three volumes of the Nyingma Gyŭbum bear a resembling name, although none of them have fifty chapters. A writing mistake seems to have appeared, since the Bright Crystal Mirror by Yeshe Tsogyal says instead: "Five first parts of the Eighteen Marvels of Mind" (sems smad bco brgyad kyi stod kyi lnga), referring to the first five tantras translated by Vairochana.
sems rmad du byung ba bco brgyad kyi le u lnga bcu
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One of the eight vidyadharas, the receiver of the transmissions of Liberating Sorcery of Mother Deities, Mamo Bŏtong. Not much is available about his life, except his birthplace in the Thogar area of Uddiyana.
nor gyi legs sbyar;Dhana Sanskrita;One of the eight vidyadharas, the receiver of the transmissions of Liberating Sorcery of Mother Deities, Mamo Bŏtong. Not much is available about his life, except his birthplace in the Thogar area of Uddiyana.
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Nonhumans who vow to protect and guard the teachings of the Buddha and its followers. Dharma protectors can be either mundane, i.e., virtuous samsaric beings, or wisdom dharma protectors, who are emanations of buddhas or bodhisattvas.
chos skyong;Dharma protector;dharma protector;dharmapala;Nonhumans who vow to protect and guard the teachings of the Buddha and its followers. Dharma protectors can be either mundane, i.e., virtuous samsaric beings, or wisdom dharma protectors, who are emanations of buddhas or bodhisattvas.
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he third of the three inner tantras of the Nyingma School. The Great Perfection is the ultimate of all the 84,000 profound and extensive sections of the Dharma, the realization of Buddha Samantabhadra exactly as it is. See also Ati Yoga; Dzogchen.
rdzogs pa chen po;Great Perfection;great perfection;mahasandhi;he third of the three inner tantras of the Nyingma School. The Great Perfection is the ultimate of all the 84,000 profound and extensive sections of the Dharma, the realization of Buddha Samantabhadra exactly as it is. See also Ati Yoga;Dzogchen.
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Tibetan translator and disciple of Padmasambhava. At first, he was an influential Bőnpo priest, but later he studied with Padmasambhava and also learned translation. Due to his miraculous power, he is said to have tamed a wild yak simply by a threatening gesture. He offered numerous Bőnpo teachings to Padmasambhava, who then concealed them as a terma treasure.
dran pa nam mkha';Drenpa Narnkha;drenpa narnkha;Tibetan translator and disciple of Padmasambhava. At first, he was an influential Bőnpo priest, but later he studied with Padmasambhava and also learned translation. Due to his miraculous power, he is said to have tamed a wild yak simply by a threatening gesture. He offered numerous Bőnpo teachings to Padmasambhava, who then concealed them as a terma treasure.
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The voice endowed with the sixteen perfect qualities of Brahma, the king of the gods. A common description of a buddha's speech.
tshangs pa'i dbyangs;Brahma-like voice;brahma-like voice;The voice endowed with the sixteen perfect qualities of Brahma, the king of the gods. A common description of a buddha's speech.
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Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga. Two versions are found in the Nyingma Gyiibum) vol. HA.
rta mchog rol pa rtsa ba'i rgyud;Supreme Steed Display Root Tantra;supreme steed display root tantra;Tantra belonging to the Sadhana Section of Mahayoga. Two versions are found in the Nyingma Gyiibum) vol. HA.
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The third great Dharma king of Tibet. He supported the standardization of new grammar and vocabulary for translation and the revision of old translations. He renewed old centers for learning and practice and invited many Buddhist scholars to Tibet. He was renowned for his devotion to the Dharma and is regarded as an incarnation of Vajrapani.
ral pa can;Ralpachen;ralpachen;The third great Dharma king of Tibet. He supported the standardization of new grammar and vocabulary for translation and the revision of old translations. He renewed old centers for learning and practice and invited many Buddhist scholars to Tibet. He was renowned for his devotion to the Dharma and is regarded as an incarnation of Vajrapani.
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Pacifying, increasing, magnetizing, and subjugating.
las bzhi;Four activities;four activities;karma;Pacifying, increasing, magnetizing, and subjugating.
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Enlightened female being, the root of activity among the three roots. See also Guru, yidam, and dakini.
ye shes kyi mkha' 'gro ma;Wisdom dakini;wisdom dakini;jnanadakini;Enlightened female being, the root of activity among the three roots. See also Guru, yidam, and dakini.
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(1) When related to the path of ripening, it refers to the practice of the oral instructions of one's personal vajra master. (2) When related to the path of means, it refers to the practice of sustaining the natural state of mind—mahamudra or Dzogchen.
grol lam;Path of liberation;path of liberation;(1) When related to the path of ripening, it refers to the practice of the oral instructions of one's personal vajra master. (2) When related to the path of means, it refers to the practice of sustaining the natural state of mind—mahamudra or Dzogchen.
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A sambhogakaya buddha who embodies all of the five or hundred buddha families. He is also a support for purification practices.
rdo rje sems dpa';A sambhogakaya buddha who embodies all of the five or hundred buddha families. He is also a support for purification practices.
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(1) "Center and surrounding." Usually a deity along with its surrounding environment. A mandala is a symbolic, graphic representation of a tantric deity's realm of existence. (2) A mandala offering is an offering visualized as the entire universe, as well as the arrangement of offerings in tantric ritual.
dkyil 'khor;Mandala;(1) "Center and surrounding." Usually a deity along with its surrounding environment. A mandala is a symbolic, graphic representation of a tantric deity's realm of existence. (2) A mandala offering is an offering visualized as the entire universe, as well as the arrangement of offerings in tantric ritual.
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Literally, "blood drinker." A wrathful deity; drinker of the blood of ego-clinging. Heruka Galpo (he ru ka gal po) One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras; focused on Vishuddha Mind. Both the Galpo and the Galpoche tantras are found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. RA. Hinayana (theg pa dman pa) The vehicles focused on contemplation of the four noble truths and the twelve links of dependent origination for the sake of individual liberation. His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche (skyabs rje ldil mgo mkhyen brtse rin po che; 1910—1991) Regarded by followers of all four schools as one of the foremost masters of Tibetan Buddhism. Among his other names are Rabsel Dawa and Tashi Paljor, and his tertŏn names Osel Trulpey Dorje and Pema Do-ngak Lingpa. Hundred and Eight Sadhanas of Guru Vidyadhara (bla ma rig 'dzin gyi sgrub thabs brgya rtsa brgyad) One of the Nine Sadhana Sections of Mahayoga.
khrag 'thung;Heruka;Literally, "blood drinker." A wrathful deity;drinker of the blood of ego-clinging. Heruka Galpo (he ru ka gal po) One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras;focused on Vishuddha Mind. Both the Galpo and the Galpoche tantras are found in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. RA. Hinayana (theg pa dman pa) The vehicles focused on contemplation of the four noble truths and the twelve links of dependent origination for the sake of individual liberation. His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche (skyabs rje ldil mgo mkhyen brtse rin po che;1910—1991) Regarded by followers of all four schools as one of the foremost masters of Tibetan Buddhism. Among his other names are Rabsel Dawa and Tashi Paljor, and his tertŏn names Osel Trulpey Dorje and Pema Do-ngak Lingpa. Hundred and Eight Sadhanas of Guru Vidyadhara (bla ma rig 'dzin gyi sgrub thabs brgya rtsa brgyad) One of the Nine Sadhana Sections of Mahayoga.
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A type of mischievous spirit who consumes the potent essences of food and wealth. He personifies ultimate envy and miserliness and is usually exorcized during rituals to promote wealth and prosperity.
bse rag;Serak;serak;A type of mischievous spirit who consumes the potent essences of food and wealth. He personifies ultimate envy and miserliness and is usually exorcized during rituals to promote wealth and prosperity.
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One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras. The Golden Garland Chronicles names this scripture The Tantra of Six Vidyadharas (rig 'dzin drug pa'i rgyud).
rig 'dzin grub pa'i rgyud;Vidyadhara Accomplishment Tantra;vidyadhara accomplishment tantra;One of the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras. The Golden Garland Chronicles names this scripture The Tantra of Six Vidyadharas (rig 'dzin drug pa'i rgyud).
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The first four of the five paths. The fifth path is called the "path beyond training" and corresponds to perfect buddhahood.
slob pa'i lam;The first four of the five paths. The fifth path is called the "path beyond training" and corresponds to perfect buddhahood.
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The Anu Yoga scripture renowned as Gongdū.
Scripture of the Embodiment of the Realization of All Buddhas
sangs rgyas thams cad dgongs pa 'dus pa'i mdo;Scripture of the Embodiment of the Realization of All Buddhas;scripture of the embodiment of the realization of all buddhas;The Anu Yoga scripture renowned as Gongdū.
sangs rgyas thams cad dgongs pa 'dus pa'i mdo
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"Completely passing beyond suffering." (i) The final entry into nirvana. (2) Honorific term for the passing away of a buddha or a fully accomplished master.
yongs su mya ngan las 'das pa;"Completely passing beyond suffering." (i) The final entry into nirvana. (2) Honorific term for the passing away of a buddha or a fully accomplished master.
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The dharmadhatu wisdom, mirrorlike wisdom, wisdom of equality, discriminating wisdom, and all-accomplishing wisdom. They represent five distinctive functions of the tathagatagarbha, our enlightened essence.
ye shes lnga;Five wisdoms;five wisdoms;panchajnana;The dharmadhatu wisdom, mirrorlike wisdom, wisdom of equality, discriminating wisdom, and all-accomplishing wisdom. They represent five distinctive functions of the tathagatagarbha, our enlightened essence.
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Early Tibetan translator, who was among the first seven Tibetans to take ordination from Shantarakshita. He was the chief recipient of the Magical Net of Mahayoga. He is known for translating the Essence of Secrets (Guhya-garbha) Tantra, the chief tantra of Mahayoga. Through the teachings he received from Padmasambhava, he attained the level of a vidyadhara.
rma rin chen mchog;Rinchen Chok of Ma;rinchen chok of ma;Early Tibetan translator, who was among the first seven Tibetans to take ordination from Shantarakshita. He was the chief recipient of the Magical Net of Mahayoga. He is known for translating the Essence of Secrets (Guhya-garbha) Tantra, the chief tantra of Mahayoga. Through the teachings he received from Padmasambhava, he attained the level of a vidyadhara.
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One of the eight classes of gods and demons. Also the cannibal savages inhabiting the southwestern continent of Chamara. At times rakshasa refers to the unruly and untamed expression of ignorance and disturbing emotions.
srin po;One of the eight classes of gods and demons. Also the cannibal savages inhabiting the southwestern continent of Chamara. At times rakshasa refers to the unruly and untamed expression of ignorance and disturbing emotions.
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Liberation from samsara or the omniscient state of buddhahood.
phyir mi ldog pa'i 'bras bu;Fruition of nonreturn;fruition of nonreturn;Liberation from samsara or the omniscient state of buddhahood.
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Identical with Vishuddha Heruka in the case of Namkhai Nyingpo's vision.
dpal chen;Great Glorious One;great glorious one;Identical with Vishuddha Heruka in the case of Namkhai Nyingpo's vision.
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A Mahayoga scripture in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. MA. Sometimes counted among the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras as the tantra of enlightened speech.
zla gsang thig le;Secret Moon Essence;secret moon essence;A Mahayoga scripture in the Nyingma Gyūbum, vol. MA. Sometimes counted among the Eighteen Mahayoga Tantras as the tantra of enlightened speech.
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The two vehicles, Hinayana and Mahayana. See also Resultant vehicle.
rgyu mtshan nyid kyi theg pa;Causal philosophical vehicles;causal philosophical vehicles;The two vehicles, Hinayana and Mahayana. See also Resultant vehicle.
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As one of the ministers of King Trisong Deutsen, he was sent as one of the first emissaries to invite Padmasambhava to Tibet. He learned translation from Padmasambhava and rendered numerous teachings of Mamo, Yamantaka, and Kilaya into Tibetan. Having attained accomplishment through Kilaya and Mamo, he could split boulders and divide the flow of rivers with his dagger. Palgyi Wangchuk of Kharchen (mkhar chen dpal gyi dbang phyug) Here, in the Sanglingma, he is described as the father of Yeshe Tsogyal, but elsewhere as her brother, who became a close disciple of Padmasambhava.
shud bu dpal gyi seng ge;Palgyi Senge of Shűbu;palgyi senge of shűbu;As one of the ministers of King Trisong Deutsen, he was sent as one of the first emissaries to invite Padmasambhava to Tibet. He learned translation from Padmasambhava and rendered numerous teachings of Mamo, Yamantaka, and Kilaya into Tibetan. Having attained accomplishment through Kilaya and Mamo, he could split boulders and divide the flow of rivers with his dagger. Palgyi Wangchuk of Kharchen (mkhar chen dpal gyi dbang phyug) Here, in the Sanglingma, he is described as the father of Yeshe Tsogyal, but elsewhere as her brother, who became a close disciple of Padmasambhava.
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Synonymous with Vajrayana or tantric teachings. Guhya means "secret," both concealed and self-secret. Mantra in this context means eminent, excellent, or praiseworthy.
gsang sngags;Secret Mantra;secret mantra;guhyamantra;Synonymous with Vajrayana or tantric teachings. Guhya means "secret," both concealed and self-secret. Mantra in this context means eminent, excellent, or praiseworthy.
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(i) Uddiyana, the country. (2) The master from Uddiyana, Padmasambhava. See also Uddiyana. Outer and inner teachings of Secret Mantra (gsang sngags phyi nang gi chos) The three outer are Kriya, Upa, and Yoga. The three inner are Mahayoga, Anu Yoga, and Ati Yoga. Outer Secret Mantra (gsang sngags phyi pa) See Outer Tantras of Secret Mantra.
o rgyan;Uddiyana;Orgyen;orgyen;(i) Uddiyana, the country. (2) The master from Uddiyana, Padmasambhava. See also Uddiyana. Outer and inner teachings of Secret Mantra (gsang sngags phyi nang gi chos) The three outer are Kriya, Upa, and Yoga. The three inner are Mahayoga, Anu Yoga, and Ati Yoga. Outer Secret Mantra (gsang sngags phyi pa) See Outer Tantras of Secret Mantra.
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A certain Chinese meditation teacher, Hashang Mahayana, whose viewpoint was refuted by Kamalashila in a public debate during the early spread of the teachings.
rgya nag gi ston pa hva zhang;Chinese teacher Hashang;chinese teacher hashang;A certain Chinese meditation teacher, Hashang Mahayana, whose viewpoint was refuted by Kamalashila in a public debate during the early spread of the teachings.
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The "expedient meaning" refers to conventional teachings on karma, path, and result, which are designed to lead the practitioner to the "definitive meaning," the insight into emptiness, suchness, and buddha nature.
drang don dang nges don;Expedient and definitive meaning;expedient and definitive meaning;neyar-tha,nitartha;The "expedient meaning" refers to conventional teachings on karma, path, and result, which are designed to lead the practitioner to the "definitive meaning," the insight into emptiness, suchness, and buddha nature.
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Important master of the Kagyű and Nyingma schools. He is also the author of The Mirror of Mindfulness and Lamp of Mahamudra, both published by Shambhala Publications.
rtse le sna tshogs rang grol;b. 1608;Tsele Natsok Rangdről;tsele natsok rangdről;Important master of the Kagyű and Nyingma schools. He is also the author of The Mirror of Mindfulness and Lamp of Mahamudra, both published by Shambhala Publications.
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In general identical with the Instruction Section, the third of three divisions of Dzogchen. In particular it refers to the Innermost Unexcelled Cycle oſHeart Essence (yang gsang bla na med pa'i snying thig gi skor), the fourth of the four divisions of the Instruction Section according to the arrangement of Shri Singha. All lineages of the Innermost Essence passed through Shri Singha and continued in Tibet through his personal disciples, Padmasambhava and Vimalamitra. In the fourteenth century these two lineages passed through Rangjung Dorje, the third Karmapa, and his close Dharma friend Longchen Rabjam (1308-1363); the latter systematized these teachings in his great body of writings. Longchen Rabjam was an incarnation of Princess Pema Sal, the daughter oſKing Trisong Deutsen, to whom Padmasambhava had entrusted his own lineage of Dzogchen, known as Khandro Nyingtig. He is single-handedly regarded as the most important writer on Dzogchen teachings. His works include the Seven Great Treasuries, the Three Trilogies, and his commentaries in the Nyingtig Yabshi. The practice of the Innermost Essence is continued to this very day.
gsang ba snying thig;Innermost Essence;innermost essence;In general identical with the Instruction Section, the third of three divisions of Dzogchen. In particular it refers to the Innermost Unexcelled Cycle oſHeart Essence (yang gsang bla na med pa'i snying thig gi skor), the fourth of the four divisions of the Instruction Section according to the arrangement of Shri Singha. All lineages of the Innermost Essence passed through Shri Singha and continued in Tibet through his personal disciples, Padmasambhava and Vimalamitra. In the fourteenth century these two lineages passed through Rangjung Dorje, the third Karmapa, and his close Dharma friend Longchen Rabjam (1308-1363);the latter systematized these teachings in his great body of writings. Longchen Rabjam was an incarnation of Princess Pema Sal, the daughter oſKing Trisong Deutsen, to whom Padmasambhava had entrusted his own lineage of Dzogchen, known as Khandro Nyingtig. He is single-handedly regarded as the most important writer on Dzogchen teachings. His works include the Seven Great Treasuries, the Three Trilogies, and his commentaries in the Nyingtig Yabshi. The practice of the Innermost Essence is continued to this very day.
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sha kya seng ge;One of the eight manifestations of Padmasambhava.
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Compassion that arises due to understanding the causes and conditions for suffering: ignorance, delusion, disturbing emotions, and the mistaken belief in an individual self and a real self-entity in phenomena. The yogi who perceives that all sentient beings undergo such self-inflicted suffering is overcome with the deepest compassion. Compassion that is beyond a focus (dmigs pa med pa'i snying rje) This is the ultimate form of compassion. When the practitioner recognizes and realizes the innate nature, compassion is spontaneously present as an intrinsic quality that transcends the domain of ordinary dualistic confines.
Compassion that has the Dharma as its focus
chos la dmigs pa'i snying rje;Compassion that has the Dharma as its focus;compassion that has the dharma as its focus;Compassion that arises due to understanding the causes and conditions for suffering: ignorance, delusion, disturbing emotions, and the mistaken belief in an individual self and a real self-entity in phenomena. The yogi who perceives that all sentient beings undergo such self-inflicted suffering is overcome with the deepest compassion. Compassion that is beyond a focus (dmigs pa med pa'i snying rje) This is the ultimate form of compassion. When the practitioner recognizes and realizes the innate nature, compassion is spontaneously present as an intrinsic quality that transcends the domain of ordinary dualistic confines.
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A protuberance that raises infinitely into space from the top of a buddha's head. It can be seen only by a bodhisattva who has attained the first bhumi.
gtsug thor;Ushnisha;A protuberance that raises infinitely into space from the top of a buddha's head. It can be seen only by a bodhisattva who has attained the first bhumi.
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Expression of homage and respect; salutation.
phyag 'tshal lo;Expression of homage and respect;salutation.
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Buddha of Boundless Life"; the sambhogakaya aspect of Amitabha. The buddha associated with the empowerment of longevity and longevity practice.
tshe dpag med;Buddha Amitayus;Buddha of Boundless Life";the sambhogakaya aspect of Amitabha. The buddha associated with the empowerment of longevity and longevity practice.
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"Abode of the gods," the capital of Tibet and the location of the famous Jokhang temple founded by King Songtsen Gampo.
lha sa;Lhasa;lhasa;"Abode of the gods," the capital of Tibet and the location of the famous Jokhang temple founded by King Songtsen Gampo.
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Samantabhadra and Samantabhadri, the five male and female buddhas, the eight male and female bodhisattvas, the six munis, and the four male and female gatekeepers.
zhi ba bzhi bcu zhe gnyis;Forty-two peaceful deities;forty-two peaceful deities;Samantabhadra and Samantabhadri, the five male and female buddhas, the eight male and female bodhisattvas, the six munis, and the four male and female gatekeepers.
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"Discipline." One of the three parts of the Tripitaka. The Buddha's teachings showing ethics, the discipline and moral conduct that is the foundation for all Dharma practice, both for lay and ordained people. See also Tripitaka. Vishuddha (yang dag) The heruka of the vajra family or the tantric teachings connected to that wrathful deity. One of the Eight Sadhana Teachings of the Nyingma School. Vishuddha Heruka (yang dag he ru ka) See Vishuddha. Vishuddha Mind (yang dag thugs) See Vishuddha.
'dul ba;"Discipline." One of the three parts of the Tripitaka. The Buddha's teachings showing ethics, the discipline and moral conduct that is the foundation for all Dharma practice, both for lay and ordained people. See also Tripitaka. Vishuddha (yang dag) The heruka of the vajra family or the tantric teachings connected to that wrathful deity. One of the Eight Sadhana Teachings of the Nyingma School. Vishuddha Heruka (yang dag he ru ka) See Vishuddha. Vishuddha Mind (yang dag thugs) See Vishuddha.
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