The Third Dzogchen Rinpoche (1759-1792) was the abbot of Dzogchen Monastery, one of the largest monastic centers in eastern Tibet. He was known particularly for his mastery of the Great Perfection teachings and his clear and accessible works on this topic.
"This amazing volume enshrines the Buddhist teachings for
beginners, teaching how to deal with everyday life, how to apply
one's mind to the pure teachings of the Buddha, and especially the
extraordinary physical, vocal, and mental exercises that awaken the
enlightened nature of the mind. This wonderful volume is rich in
blessings and filled with practical advice."—Tulku Thondup
Rinpoche, author of The Healing Power of Mind
"For centuries, the Heart Essence of the Dakinis has been treasured
as one of the most profound and direct paths to enlightenment in
the Tibetan tradition. The teachings contained in this volume
illuminate the preliminary practices of this sacred path. Drawing
upon many of the greatest sages of India and Tibet, its lucid
explanations are sure to inspire beginners and seasoned meditators
alike."—Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, author of The Joy of Living:
Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness
"The aim of the preliminary practices is to establish a foundation
for all spiritual progress. To dispense with these foundations in
order to practice teachings one supposes to be more profound is
like building a palace on the surface of a frozen lake. If one's
practice of the preliminaries is profound, the main practice will
be profound as well. One can therefore be grateful to Cortland Dahl
for having given us a clear and insightful translation of the Third
Dzogchen Rinpoche's magnificent teachings on the preliminary
practices of the Khandro Nyingtik. When it comes to the meaning of
the Great Perfection, the birth of understanding depends entirely
upon these preliminaries."—Matthieu Ricard, author of Happiness: A
Guide to Developing Life's Most Important Skill
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