Timeless Rapture. Inspired verse of the Shangpa Masters. Compiled by Jamgon Kongtrul. [2003] apparent first translated edition; Snow Lion Press; fine jacketed hardcover. A very nice copy; two-toned binding with crisp gold text on spine; sharp and clean; pristine. Very tight binding; unread and unmarked. Jacket is near fine or better. Really a wonderful copy. Gift quality.

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Title

Timeless Rapture: Inspired verse of the Shangpa Masters (English)

Publisher

Snow Lion

Publication Date

2003

Language

English

ISBN 10

1559392045

ISBN 13

9781559392044

Binding

Hardcover

Edition

1st Edition.

Condition

Fine

Dust Jacket Condition

Fine

Weight

28 ounces

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Throughout history awakened ones have celebrated the rapture of mystical states with inspired verse sung extemporaneously. This book offers a rare glimpse into the mysticism of the Shangpa Kagyu lineage a tradition based mainly on the profound teaching of two women. This compendium of spontaneous verse sung by tantric Buddhist masters from the 10th century to the present includes translations as well as short descriptions of each poet's life and a historical overview of the lineage.

About the Author

Jamg�n Kongtr�l (1813–1899) was a versatile and prolific scholar. He has been characterized as a "Tibetan Leonardo" because of his significant contributions to religion, education, medicine, and politics.

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