The Tibetan Book of the Dead

(Hardback)

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This handsome hardback edition presents The Tibetan Book of the Dead, a Buddhist text and guide to the afterlife, beautifully illustrated in full-color. Traditionally read aloud to the dying or recently deceased, it aims to facilitate enlightenment and release from the cycle of death and rebirth. Today, it remains a profound spiritual text, offering insights into spirituality and self-discovery. Part of the Ancient Wisdom Library series, these compact hardbacks with full-color illustrations bring together timeless works on ancient philosophy and spirituality, appealing to scholars and enthusiasts seeking enduring wisdom for the modern world.

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Author unknown. The editor, John Baldock, studied art history at the cole du Louvre, Paris. His encounter with sacred art led to an exploration of the world's major religious and spiritual traditions. After a period of teaching art and art history in schools in England, during which he continued his spiritual studies, he left teaching to pursue a career as a writer. His books include The Essence of Sufism, The Essence of Rumi and an anthology of Zen wisdom.