Tantric Grounds and Paths: How to Begin, Progress On, and Complete the Vajrayana Path

by Kelsang Gyatso

The mysteries of Tantra have engrossed countless meditators for centuries. Since the time of Buddha, these secrets have been passed down from accomplished master to disciple largely by word of mouth. Now drawing from his own experience and the works of Je Tsongkhapa and other great Tibetan Yogis, Geshe Kelsang clearly sets out all the stages of the four classes of Tantra, giving a full explanation of generation and completion stages. Tantra is revealed as the gateway to a blissful new world. The book represents a significant milestone in revealing these profound mysteries to the contemporary world. "Los misterios del tantra han fascinado a innumerables meditadores durante siglos. Desde los tiempos de Buda estos secretos han sido transmitidos oralmente de maestro realizado a discipulo. Ahora, basandose en su propia experiencia y en los trabajos de Yhe Tsongkhapa y otros grandes yoguis tibetanos, Gueshe Kelsang muestra con claridad todas las etapas de las cuatro clases de tantra, ademas de las etapas de generacion y consumacion. El tantra se anuncia como la entrada a un nuevo mundo gozoso. Este libro representa un importante hito en la revelacion de estos profundos misterios en el mundo actual."

Genres: Buddhism, Spirituality, Religion

272 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1994

About the author

*'Geshe' is a Tibetan Buddhist academic degree for monks and nuns.

Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche is a fully accomplished meditation Master and internationally renowned Teacher of Buddhism who has pioneered the introduction of modern Buddhism into contemporary society. Presenting Buddha’s teachings in a way that is relevant and suitable for modern people with busy lives, he shows how these teachings can be used by anyone, Buddhist or non-Buddhist, to solve problems, improve relationships and eventually attain a deep and lasting inner peace and happiness.

He has also created all the conditions necessary to support the study and practice of Buddhism in modern society: writing 22 highly acclaimed books that perfectly transmit the ancient wisdom of Buddha; establishing over 1,200 Kadampa Buddhist centers and groups throughout the world; developing modern study programmes; training qualified Teachers; and establishing local, national and international courses, festivals and retreats. Through all these and other activities Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche is giving new life to Buddhism, enabling people everywhere to discover inner peace and happiness through Buddha’s teachings, thereby bringing greater peace to a troubled world.

The term "Rinpoche," added to Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso's name, is a Tibetan word that means "Precious One," and has been added as a mark of deepest respect.

To discover more about Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche’s compassionate vision and activities visit http://tharpa.com/us/benefit-all-worl....

Reviews

[Rodrigo d'Orey]

Difficult read and style of writing I find. Obviously not for the beginner but geared towards existing advanced practitioners of this path. Although I found quite difficult to follow at times I found the types of meditation very interesting and really, really deep. The approach to mantra and meditation in general was like a breath of fresh air. Much learned from.

[Thomas Jones]

Rooted in tradition, yet accessible and practical for practitioners of Buddhist tantra. Very clear, and the reader can easily tell that it's written by someone with great knowledge of tantric teachings as well as personal experience of practising them.

[Tomk]

I studied this book on Teacher Training Program. There is no substitute for such study.

[r0b]

For those practicing tantra according to the Gelugpa tradition of Tsongkhapa this is a 10 out of 5.