DEITY YOGA in Action and Performance Tantras
by H.H. the Dalai Lama, Tsong-ka-pa and Jeffrey Hopkins (also trans. & ed.)
Describes the profound process of meditation in Action and Performance Tantras--the basis of higher tantric practices. It explains the meditative rites of deity yoga-- visualizing oneself as a Buddha's divine body manifesting compassionate wisdom. Parts 2 & 3 of the Great Exposition of Secret Mantra by Tsong-ka-pa detail special deity yoga techniques for developing the heart, mind and physical form of a Buddha. The mudras (hand gestures) that accompany the meditations are clearly illustrated. The sequel to Tantra in Tibet.
Authors: H.H. the Dalai Lama, Tsong-ka-pa and Jeffrey Hopkins (also trans. & ed.)
274 pp., many photos of mudras. Book 2 of the Great Exposition of Secret Mantra series.
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