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The Life of Gampopa: Second Edition - Paperback
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by Jampa MacKenzie Stewart (Author), Eva Van Dam (Illustrator), Lobsang Phuntshok Lhalungpa (Introduction by)
In 12th century Tibet, a young physician named Gampopa faced devastating personal tragedy that ignited his quest for spiritual fulfillment. Jampa Mackenzie Stewart's The Life of Gampopa chronicles the remarkable journey of this pivotal figure in Tibetan Buddhism, from his early life as a grieving widower to his emergence as a revered teacher who would shape the Kagyupa tradition for centuries to come.
Stewart's meticulous research and engaging descriptions bring to life Gampopa's transformative encounters with the legendary yogi Milarepa and his synthesis of diverse Buddhist teachings. The book explores Gampopa's innovative approach to Mahamudra meditation and his role in establishing monastic communities that would preserve and propagate these profound teachings. Stewart's biography of this revered teacher captures Gampopa's spiritual evolution, his miraculous abilities, and the enduring impact of his compassionate wisdom. The Life of Gampopa offers a window into a pivotal moment in Buddhist history, revealing how one person's life became a beacon of enlightenment for countless seekers across generations.Author Biography
Jampa Mackenzie Stewart is a student of the Kagyu and Nyingma lineages of Tibetan Buddhism. In 1987 he was ordained into the Tiep Hien order by Thich Nhat Hanh and has assisted him in leading retreats in North America. He has written over thirty articles on Buddhist Taoist practices and has collaborated with Mantak Chia on several books. He lives in Austin Texas where he practices Chinese medicine, medical qigong, and directs the Austin Yeshe Khorlo and Healing Tao Institute.
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