The guru drinks bourbon?

The guru drinks bourbon?

by Khyentse, Jamyang

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Devotion to one's teacher is the lifeblood of the Vajrayana path. Because the guru can and will use whatever means it takes to wake us up, this relationship may require us to drop our most deeply held beliefs and expectations. Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse addresses some of the most misunderstood aspects of this powerful relationship and gives practical advice on making the most of this precious opportunity for transformation. Through stories and classical examples, he shows how to walk the path wi…

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Title Statements

  • Full title :The guru drinks bourbon? / Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse ; edited by Amira Ben-Yehuda.

Summary

Devotion to one's teacher is the lifeblood of the Vajrayana path. Because the guru can and will use whatever means it takes to wake us up, this relationship may require us to drop our most deeply held beliefs and expectations. Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse addresses some of the most misunderstood aspects of this powerful relationship and gives practical advice on making the most of this precious opportunity for transformation. Through stories and classical examples, he shows how to walk the path with eyes wide open, with critical-thinking skills sharpened and equipped to analyze the guru, before taking the leap.

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Edition Statements

  • Publication Date:2016.

Publication Statements

  • Publisher(s):Shambhala
  • Place of Publication:Boulder
  • Language:eng
  • Publication Date:2016.

Notes

Includes index.

The Physical Object

  • Description:1 online resource

Edition Identifiers

  • ISBN:9780834840485, 0834840480
  • oclc:ocn964524275
  • LC Classification:BQ7775
  • Dewey Decimal:294.3/444

Table of Contents

The foundations of guru as the path -- Being savvy analyzing a guru -- Being savvy following a guru -- Being savvy taming your own mind -- Advice to aspiring gurus.

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