Torch of Certainty

This translation of a fundamental Tantric text reveals the richness and profundity of the intellectual and contemplative traditions of Tibetan Buddhism. The text describes the Four Foundation Practices that all practitioners of Vajrayana Buddhism must complete. The nature of impermanence, the effects of karma, the development of an enlightened attitude, and devotion to the guru are among the subjects treated in this book. Three eminent contemporary Tibetan Buddhist masters-Kalu Rinpoche, Deshung Rinpoche, and ChÖgyam Trungpa Rinpoche-explain the significance ofThe Torch of Certaintyfor modern-day students and practitioners of Tibetan Buddhism.Kongtrul, Jamgon is the author of 'Torch of Certainty', published 2000 under ISBN 9781570627132 and ISBN 1570627134.