Cutting Through Appearances

This book presents the practice and theory of Tibetan Buddhism. First is a meditation manual written by the Fourth Pan-chen Lama (17811852) based on Tsongkhapa''s Three Principal Aspects of the Path which covers the daily practice of Tibetan monks and yogis. It details how to properly conduct a meditation session that contains the entire scope of the Buddhist path. Next is the Presentation of Tenets written by Gon-chok-jik-may-wang-bo. It covers Indian Buddhist schools as viewed in Tibet and provides a solid introduction to the Buddhist theory animating the practice. Topics include the two truths consciousness hindrances to enlightenment paths to freedom and fruits of practice.