At the invitation of the conservancy for tibetan art and culture in washington, d. Eight verses of thought transformation lama yeshe wisdom. Below is one of the most powerful methods for training the mind heart to shift your perspective out of the selfish ego and into the open spaces of love and compassion eight verses for training the heart mind. Always hold others as dear and precious by thinking of all sentient beings as more precious than a wishful. Lojong means observing and training one s own mind, and is the most important practice in buddhism.
Geshe chekhawa training the mind in seven points in the 12th century ce. Eight verses on thought transformation i shall now read and explain briefly one of the most important texts on thought transformation, lojong tsigyema eight verses on thought transformation. Langri thangpa wrote these verses, one of the foundational texts on lojong, or mind training. Alexander berzin the works of shantideva and atisha laid the foundation for training the mind. Based on the famous eight verses of training the mind by the great bodhisattva, langri tangpa, this inspiring book shows with extraordinary clarity how to transform all lifes difficulties into valuable spiritual insights that help us improve our relationships and develop greater patience, empathy and compassion in our daily life. Eight verses for training the mind by langri thangpa the. The first seven verses of the eight verses for training the mind deal with the practices associated with cultivating the method aspect of the path such as. Eight verses of mind training lesson number 10 of 10 in this lesson gelek rimpoche discusses the remaining verses of langri tangpas text with themes that include treasuring the usefulness of suffering and those who inflict it on us, being able to practice patience in the face of adversity, and being happy to accept difficulties. Training the mind and cultivating lovingkindness by. We will start from today and for 8 days a text which has been composed about a 100 years before, by a teacher called geshe langri tangpa.
The great collection thegpa chenpo blosbyong rgyartsa, translated by thupten jinpa. The eighth verse deals with the practices that are directed toward cultivating the wisdom aspect of the path. Full commentary on eight verses for training the mind. On this weekend well be looking at the eight verses for training the mind, one of the most accessible of these lojong texts, and the inspiration for geshe chekwas longer seven point mind training. In the literature of the old and new kadampa there are many versions of the commentaries and root text of the sevenpoint mind training. At the invitiation of the conservancy for tibetan art and culture in washington, dc, his holiness the dalai lama gave a onesay teaching and commentary on the eight verses for training the mind to over five thousand western and tibetan students. Whenever im in the company of others, i will regard myself as the lowest among all, and from the depths of my heart cherish others as. Eight verses of training the mind by geshe langri thangpa. The remaining five verses are extracted from the book transforming the mind by his holiness the dalai lama. The eight verses of thought transformation is one of the most important texts from a genre of tibetan spiritual writings known as lojong mind training. A pdf from the prison mindfulness website a different translation from lotsawa house a different translation and further commentary by lama zopa rinpoches, at the lama yeshe wisdom archive. His holiness the 17th gyalwang karmapa, ogyen trinley dorje, is the head of the 900 year old karma kagyu lineage and guide to millions of buddhists around the world.
Eight verses for training or transforming the mind by. By dalai lama eight verses for training the mind by dalai lama at the invitation of the conservancy for tibetan art and culture in washington, d. This acclaimed book by geshe sonam rinchen is available at in several formats for your ereader. Commentary on eight verses of mind training the dalai. Microsoft word eight verses of training the mind jpn. Training the mind and cultivating lovingkindness by chogyam. It could be said that the eight verses on training the mind contains within them the entire essence of the buddhas teachings in a distinct form. Eight verses of training the mind pdf available soon leveling out all conceptions pdf available soon seven point mind training pdf available soon the peacocks neutralizing of poisons pdf available soon wheel of sharp weapons pdf available soon.
How do we free ourselves from the demon of selfconcem. Part 1 source of the teachings and cherishing others. He recommends starting with a personalized, pure love toward those closest to us, then expanding this to include more beings. In just eight powerful verses, this teaching leads students into the remarkable bodhisattva path. Commentary on the eight verses of thought transformation lama. With a determination to accomplish the highest welfare for all sentient beings who surpass even a wishgranting jewel i will learn to hold them supremely dear. These eight verses, which are now regularly transmitted around the world by the fourteenth dalai lama, succinctly convey the compassionate attitude, humility and uncompromising vision of a true bodhisattvaas encapsulated in the texts most famous and most striking lines.
Sep 17, 2018 his holiness the dalai lamas teaching on geshe langri thangpas eight verses of training the mind at the ahoy arena in rotterdam, the netherlands on september 17, 2018. These instructions are found in eight verses for training the mind, one of the most important texts from a genre of tibetan spiritual writings known as lojong literally mind training. The root text was written by the eleventhcentury meditator langri tangpa. Eight verses for training the mind by dalai lama xiv. Eight verses for training the mind by geshe langri thangpa. Selected lotc english translations institute of tibetan. Composed by the buddhist master langri tangpa 10541123, eight verses for training the mind is a highlyrevered text form the mahayana lojong mind training tradition. Eight verses on generating compassion and transforming your life, thorsons 2000 isbn 0722538650. Training the mind and cultivating lovingkindness by chogyam trungpa edited by judith l.
We are not here to change anyones mind on the matter. Langri tangpas eight verses for training the mind c. These eight verses for training ones mind belong to a special category of teachings unique to the great vehicle. The eight verses in this text are eight key instructions of mahayana practice. The eight verses of thought transformation, a text by the kadampa geshe langri tangpa, explains the paramitayana practice of method and wisdom. Now, the last two lines of the eight verses relate to the practice of cultivating what is known as ultimate bodhichitta, which refers to the development of insight into the ultimate nature of reality. And, without attachment, gain freedom from bondage. Sutrasutta langri tangpa eight verses of training the mind self.
With his words, he offers us ways to neutralize the negative thoughts and behaviors that lead to pain and suffering. Commentary on the eight verses of thought transformation. Lojong means observing and training ones own mind, and is the most important practice in buddhism. Eight verses for training the mind prison mindfulness institute. Geshe chekhawa, author of training the mind in seven points, an explanation of lojong. Eight verses for training the mind bodhicitta sangha. Eight verses for training the mind isbn 9781559392594 pdf. The short talks given that yashobodhi is preparing for the international practice week are based on an exploration of the seven point mind training.
The eight verses for training the mind is a classic tibetan buddhist text in the lojong mind training. Eight verses for training the mind by langri thangpa 1. The eight verses of mind training is a renowned text by the 11th century kadampa master geshe langri thangpa who teaches us different techniques on just exactly how to do that. The eight verses for training the mind is a classic tibetan buddhist text in the lojong mind training tradition composed by the kadampa geshe langri tangpa, who lived from 1054 to 1123 ce. These verses offer essential practices for cultivating the awakening mind of compassion, wisdom, and love. This text was composed on the basis of the bodhichitta pith instructions of lord atisha and geshe potowa. By thinking of all sentient beings as more precious than a wishfulfilling jewel for accomplishing the highest aim, i will always hold them dear. The order of presentation and the number of words in them differs greatly. Commentary by his holiness the dalai lama on the mind training text written by kadampa geshe langri tangpa. Eight verses of mind training by langri tangpa dorje senge. The principal focus of these texts is the systematic cultivation of such altruistic thoughts and emotions as compassion, love, forbearance, and perseverance. Below is one of the most powerful methods for training the mind heart to shift your perspective out of the selfish ego and into the open spaces of love and compassion.
Lojong teachings are quintessential mahayana teachings in that their aim is to eliminate both the selfcherishing attitude and selfgrasping. In this lesson rimpoche explores the difference between pure love, and attachment or obsession the sticky stuff. The eight verses of mind training, or attitude training, a text by the kadampa geshe langri tangpa, explains how to train our minds with method and wisdom so that we can change our attitude when were in danger of becoming upset. I will take defeat upon myself and give the victory to others. Below the eight verses, you will find links to commentary from his holiness the dalai lamas teachings on this text, both from his teachings in washington dc in november 1998 and from his book, transforming the mind. Eight verses for training the mind part of building bridges, grades 89 a highly revered text from the mahayana lojong mind training tradition, composed by the buddhist master langri tangpa 10541123. It is important to understand that the teaching contained in the eight verses for training the mind is not something thought up by tibetans. Eight verses for training the mind by geshe langri thangpa verse 1. The first three verses from the eight verses of training the mind along with the commentary by his holiness the dalai lama were given on 8 november 1998 in washington d.
His holiness the dalai lamas teaching on geshe langri thangpas eight verses of training the mind at the ahoy arena in rotterdam, the netherlands on. Dec 19, 2010 they belong to the class of teachings called mind training lo jong, which is the psychological work of tibetan buddhism. Oct 27, 2015 the dalai lama langri tangpa 10541123 wrote the eight verses for training the mind lojong tsik guiema over 800 years ago. In 2006, wisdom publications published the work mind training. The great collection is the earliest anthology of a special genre of tibetan literature known as mind training, or lojong in tibetan. These verses are designed to help us transform our suffering and cultivate wisdom and insight. The first seven verses of the eight verses for training the mind deal with the practices associated with cultivating the method aspect of the path such as compassion, altruism, aspiration to attain buddhahood, and so on. Whenever i associate with others i will learn to think of myself as the lowest among all and respectfully hold others to be supreme. Composed by the buddhist master langri tangpa 10541123, eight verses for training the mind is a highly revered text from the mahayana lojong mind. Well also explore the related bodhicitta practice, the meditation which underpins the eight verses. That friendliness or compassion is known in tibetan as nyingje, which. These instructions offer essential practices for cultivating the awakening mind of compassion, wisdom, and love. I myself read it daily and received the transmission of the commentary from. Eight verses for training or transforming the mind translation 1from transforming the mind by his holiness the dalai lama with a determination to achieve the highest aim for the benefit of all sentient beings which surpasses even the wishfulfilling gem, may i hold them dear at all times.
This root text was written by the eleventhcentury meditator langri tangpa dorje senghe. Composed by the buddhist master langri tangpa 10541123, eight verses for training the mind is a highlyrevered text from the mahayana lojong mind training tradition. Eight verses for training the mind part of building bridges, grades 8 9 a highly revered text from the mahayana lojong mind training tradition, composed by the buddhist master langri tangpa 10541123. Eight verses for training the mind verses by geshe langri tangpa 10541123 verse 1 always hold others as dear and precious by thinking of all sentient beings as more precious than a wishfulfilling jewel for accomplishing the highest aim, i will always hold them dear. This mind training lojong root text was composed by kadampa geshe langri tangpa 10541123.
The second, eight steps to happiness is a commentary to the root text, eight verses of training the mind by langri tangpa. Aug 12, 2014 the first seven verses of the eight verses for training the mind deal with the practices associated with cultivating the method aspect of the path such as compassion, altruism, aspiration to. The eight verses on training the mind is a description of mindfulness training written by a vajrayana teacher named geshe langri tangpa it is an important text in vajrayana buddhism. His holiness the dalai lama, transforming the mind. These instructions are found in eight verses for training the mind, one of the most important texts, isbn 9781559392594 buy the eight verses for training the mind ebook. Eight verses for training the mind the buddhist centre. Determined to accomplish the highest welfare for all beings who excel the wishfulfilling gem, i shall constantly hold them dear. Determined to obtain the greatest possible benefit from all sentient beings, who are more precious than a. Whenever im in the company of others, i will regard myself as the lowest among all, and from the depths of my heart cherish others as supreme. Eight verses for training the mind khenpo sherab sangpo. Eight verses for training the mind yowangdu experience tibet.
By thinking of all sentient beings as more precious than a. The mind to be tamed and trained is, of course, our own, and the training consists of ridding ourselves of negative mental states and fostering and developing constructive ones. The first seven verses of the eight verses for training the mind deal with the practices associated with cultivating the method aspect of the path such as compassion, altruism, aspiration to. Description of the book eight verses for training the mind. This is a translation of a traditional tibetan compilation, dating. Mahayana buddhism propagates the bodhisattvaideal, in which the six perfections are being practiced. It is one of the most famous texts in the lojong mind training tradition. When accompanying anyone, i shall view myself as the lowest of all and in the depth of my heart, i shall hold others dearly as supreme. Eigghhtt svveer rseess nffoor ittrraaiinniingg tthhee mminndd. Further resources on the eight verses for training the mind.
The sevenpoint mind training lama yeshe wisdom archive. The 8 verses for transforming the mind a buddhist library. The tibetan form of buddhism has often erroneously been referred to as lamaism, as if it were something quite different from indian buddhism. Eigghhtt svveer rseess nffoor ittrraaiinniingg tthhee mminndd byy ggeesshhee allaannggrrii 1ttaannggppa 110055441112233 composed by the buddhist master langri tangpa 10541123, eight verses for training the mind is a highlyrevered text from the mahayana lojong mind training tradition.
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