Book Summary
The Seventh Dalai Lama (1708-1757) stands as one of the most beloved Buddhist masters in Tibet's long and illustrious history. One of his most popular works is Gems of Wisdom, a collection of spontaneous short verses that employ earthy metaphors to illustrate key points in the enlightenment tradition. His language is simple and direct, capturing the profound spirituality o fhis vision while avoiding any form of religiosity. Here we find all the teachings of the Buddha brought into the context of their implications for individual transformation, or"training of the mind." This volume pesents a translation of this important text and also provides a breif commentary which elucidates the quintessential meaning embedded in the Seventh Dalai Lama's verses.
Book Details
| Book Name | Gems Of Wisdom From The Seventh Dalai Lama |
| Author | Glenn H. Mullin, Bskal-bzan-rgya |
| Publisher | Snow Lion Publications (Sep 1999) |
| ISBN | 9781559391320 |
| Pages | 128 |
| Language | English |
| Price | 356 |
