Milking the Painted Cow: Creative Power of Mind and the Shape of Reality in the Light of Buddhist Tradition (Dharma in the West) - Softcover

Tulku, Tarthang

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0898003687 ISBN 13: 9780898003680

Publisher: Dharma Publishing,U.S., 2005

Synopsis

Milking the Painted Cow Milking the Painted Cow offers sound guidance for building a healthy foundation for a satisfying and productive spiritual life according to Buddhist tenets. A welcome addition to the growing library of Buddhist literature for Western readers, Milking the Painted Cow is strongly recommended reading which is as informative as it is inspired and inspiring. -Midwest Book Review Full description

About this title

Synopsis:

This is a deeply rewarding guide to the subtleties of Buddhist thought and practice. Tarthang Tulku was trained by the greatest teachers of his time. He has lived in the West for more than thirty years, experimenting with ways to transmit the Buddha's teachings in a new world. Here, he shows how to investigate "illusion mind" in daily life and emphasizes the importance of intensive study and practice. Rooted in the tradition and in the Western world view, "Milking the Painted Cow" clarifies subtle issues in the Buddhist teachings and points out traps and pitfalls faced by Westerners as they deepen their connection to the Dharma. Tarthang Tulku emphasizes studying Buddhism in an orderly way grounded in direct personal experience. He explains why he has chosen to train his own students through work as a vehicle for transformation, and suggests specific practices that can make every moment an opportunity for insight.

About the Author:

Tarthang Tulku is originally from Eastern Tibet. He received traditional training from the great masters of his time in the Nyingma school the oldest school of Tibetan Buddhism. He eventually completed the highest studies. Today he is recognized as one of the greatest living authorities on the Nyingma tradition.

About this edition

• Publisher: Dharma Publishing,U.S.
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0898003687
• ISBN 13: 9780898003680
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 160