The Snow Lion's Turquoise Mane
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Book Overview
This remarkable book brings together more than 150 authentic Buddhist teaching tales from the Hidden Kingdom of Tibet -- most never before translated into English. These captivating stories, legends and yarns -- passed orally from teacher to student -- capture the vibrant wisdom of an ancient and still-living oral tradition. Magical, whimsical, witty and ribald, The Snow Lion's Turquoise Mane unfolds a luminous vision of a universe where basic goodness, harmony, and hope prevails.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0062508490
ISBN13:9780062508492
Release Date:December 1992
Publisher:HarperOne
Length:288 Pages
Weight:0.89 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 6.2" x 9.4"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
VERY special Buddhist book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
You know, this is such a great book. I have read a couple of Surya Das' other books, and I am so glad that I found him. He is the Buddhist writer I have been looking for for 20 years. I used to be "suspicious" of westerners writing Buddhist books, but I have found my favorite author, whop is becoming like a personal master for me on this stuff. What is so great about this book (Snow Lion) is that it is pure Buddhist source material. It is like having some scriptures to read. Das' commentary in his other books is great, but how refreshing it is to get pure Buddhist stories, after reading Das' enlightening other books. I would recommend reading at least A"wakening the BUddha Within" first, and then getting this one. The stories are an absolute delight. BTW, I would also get "The BUddha Said..." by Osho.
the Snow Lion's Mane
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This is not a book to read through rapidly because there is such depth in the tales that one wishes to digest and meditate upon their meaning.
A favorite bedside book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This is a compilation of Tibetan and Buddhist tales, similar in a way to Zen Flesh Zen Bones (which I also love). The difference is the language is much simpler, smoother, and accessible. Who would have thought Buddhism could be so funny at times? It's a great way to get into the spirit of things, without laboring over it. I just love this book.
Tibetian mini tales
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This book is a compilation of spiritual short stories from Tibet. The typical story is only a page or two, so not much depth is possible in any given story. A full range of subjects within Buddism are presented, including spiritual, inspirational, enlightening, insightful, fictional, non-fictional, humorous, and sad. I enjoyed the vast majority of the stories to some degree. In addition to the spiritual value of the book, it is also rich with the culture of Tibet. My only problem with the book was that by and large the stories were unrelated in terms of plot and characters. Finishing one story did not leave me wanting to read "just one more" before putting it down. With that in mind, this book would be perfect as a "bathroom reader". Entertainment: 3.5 stars Enlightenment: 4.5 stars Overall: 4 stars
A wonderful, fun-filled, light hearted look at enlightenment
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
The tales of wild crazy masters,and ordinary people on their journey of self-discovery will inspire and amaze you. Hearing about others whose journey's have been successful (in their own ways) renews one's own spiritual quest and helps you to realize that you are not alone, that life is a wonderful mystery, and although it can seem unfair, it can't hinder you if you never take anthing to heart, since it's all transient anyway!
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