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Shambhala Publications Inc Cutting Through Appearances by Sopa Jeffrey Hopkins
This book presents the practice and theory of Tibetan Buddhism. First is a meditation manual written by the Fourth Panchen Lama (17811852) based on Tsongkhapas Three Principal Aspects of the Path which covers the daily practice of Tibetan monks and yogis. It details how to properly conduct a meditation session that contains the entire scope of the Buddhist path. Next is the Presentation of Tenets written by Gonchokjikmaywangbo. It covers Indian Buddhist schools as viewed in Tibet and provides a solid introduction to the Buddhist theory animating the practice. Topics include the two truths consciousness hindrances to enlightenment paths to freedom and fruits of practice.