The Constitution of Shambhala - Part B The theme of the first of the two parts of this volume concerns the feminine deva hierarchy, their relation to Hierarchy and Shambhala. [...]
The Constitution of Shambhala The subject of Shambhala (the planetary Head centre, or theistically, the kingdom of ‘God’) has been previously veiled in such texts as the Kālachakra Tantra, but [...]
The Buddha-Womb and the Way to Liberation This volume resolves the ontology from the two previous volumes concerning the concept of a ‘subtle self’. First a commentary of the Tantra [...]
She hearkens in robes of blue-green, red and gold. The Mother of the World stands steadfast, silently looking from far-off heights. Yet of Her substance we all are imbued, closer [...]
Considerations of Mind - a Buddhist Enquiry This volume primarily focuses upon the Yogācāra-Vijñānavādin concepts of mind and its means of expression such as the various consciousnesses, the nature of [...]
The 'Self' or 'Non-self' in Buddhism A cogent reinterpretation of many of the key arguments of Mahāyāna philosophy, providing new insights in relation to the question of what a ‘self’ [...]
An Esoteric Exposition of the Bardo Thödol, part A This book explores chapter 5 of the Bardo Thödol (The Tibetan Book of the Dead) titled 'The Spiritual Practice entitled Natural [...]
An Esoteric Exposition of the Bardo Thödol, part B Part A dealt with the process of conversion of saṃskāras into enlightenment attributes, whereas part B explains the nature of those [...]
Meditation and the Initiation Process This book provides practical background information and teachings on meditation primarily for a Western audience. Through meditation, compassionately focused actions, and group sharing the Heart [...]
Recently there were in-depth discussions between our Teacher and some newer students via email that involved the intricacies of a vegetarian diet vs. veganism, as well as why it is [...]
It’s not all about being brutal! Sometimes a gentle whisper can convert the biggest enemy! Always be open to a multitude of techniques – subtle and brutal. To win the [...]
Like most people in the United States, I was not raised with a vegetarian diet. My good Catholic mother, who is so soft hearted that she refuses to kill insects [...]
By Bodo Balsys Hardcover, 152 pages, 23cm x 15cm. Ahimsa is an inspiring and enlightening book, food for thought for any practicing Buddhist or anyone who is interested in becoming [...]