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Foundations of Tibetan Mysticism Paperback – January 15, 1969

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A complete explanation of the esoteric principles of Mantra that also clarifies the differences between Hindu and Tibetan yoga. Translated into many languages, this is an important text for any student of Buddhism. With bibliography, index, and illustrations.
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    January 15, 1969
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    0877280649
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Anagarika Govinda was the founder of the order of the Arya Maitreya Mandala and an expositor of Tibetan Buddhism, Abhidharma, and Buddhist meditation as well as other aspects of Buddhism. He was also a painter and poet.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Weiser Books (January 15, 1969)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0877280649
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0877280644
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.39 x 0.94 x 8.24 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 83

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Bodhidharma
5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful and insightful!
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2019
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A true joy to read! This is a classic for good reason. Reading this prompted me to purchase several other books by Govinda as he has a rare gift to inspire those who read his work. It's easy to forget just how technical much of the material is in this given the smoothness of the delivery.

There were many sections extensively underlined and will be revisited. The section called 'Nirmanakaya as the Highest Form or Realization' was my absolute favorite. You don't here 'Vajrakaya' mentioned all that often and that concept gets explained here as well.
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Shane Wilson
5.0 out of 5 stars Very heavy, profound and esoteric
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2019
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I was staying in a Zen monastery. One of the head monks saw this book and asked me what it was. He smiled and said “sound kinda heavy” He was right it is heavy stuff. It did end up helping me though to understand some things. It was very profound. It expounded on the etymology of sacred mantras. It helped me grow my respect mantras and seed syllable. I really suggest this book for anybody interested in Buddhism and who is very committed to growing in their practice.
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ecowarrior
5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended by a friend... just wish it were on Kindle...
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2013
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This is a wonderful book. I have a good friend who is a Tibetan Buddhist recluse.... and he was always quoting from this book...so had to order it. Just wish it were available for Kindle. I need to keep checking. It is really a book to keep re-reading and to have in your library.
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Susan S.
5.0 out of 5 stars Anagarika was a master at writing deep levels of spiritual ...
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2017
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Anagarika was a master at writing deep levels of spiritual knowledge and experience. I am profoundly grateful for his legacy and that he shared this.
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Varge Blentin
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2018
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Really well written
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RichB
5.0 out of 5 stars Govinda's description of the Om Mani Padme Hung mantra resonates with me like no other
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2015
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One of my all-time favorites. Govinda's description of the Om Mani Padme Hung mantra resonates with me like no other. it has informed my practice immensely.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2017
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Well written easily engages the master or initiate. A work of a benevolent soul.
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Malgorzata Marciniak
5.0 out of 5 stars masterpiece
Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2009
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This advanced book is designed for a passionate reader. The text contains sanscrit and tibetan terms with english translation and multiple comparisons with various buddhist systems. This is simply a masterpiece created by a sharp mind and a pure soul.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 11, 2015
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A real classic
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1.0 out of 5 stars An overcomplication of simple matters
Reviewed in Canada on November 23, 2023
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I'm not sure why but Tibetan Buddhism does a fantastic job of taking such simple concepts and practices and absolutely overcomplicating them with unnecessary ritual, overly complex visualization and complexity of practice. This book is a perfect example. I have found the result of far simpler Theravada Buddhist practices to produce far more dramatic results in a far shorter period of time do to the utterly direct and straightforward approach and theory. Even the Indian Tantric practices that most of this derive from are far simpler in complexity and result. Why right a book when a sentence will do?
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