The world of Tibetan Buddhism : an overview of its philosophy and practice - Bstan-dzin-rgya-mtsho, Dalai Lama XIV, 1935-; Thupten Jinpa (Boston : Wisdom Publications, 1995)
Pt. I. General Buddhism. The Divisions of Vehicles. The First Turning of the Wheel of Dharma. The Second Turning: The Doctrine of Emptiness. The Third Turning: Buddha-nature. Different Explanations of Selflessness. The Four Seals of Buddhism. The Mahayana Path of Emptiness and Compassion -- Pt. II. An Altruistic Outlook and Way of Life. The Benefits of Altruism. Recognizing the Enemy Within. Overcoming Anger and Hatred. Oneself and Others: Exchanging Places -- Pt. III. The Vajrayana Buddhism of Tibet. The Distinctive Features of Tantra. The Divisions of Tantra. Initiation: Empowerment. Pledges and Vows. Tantric Practice: The First Three Classes of Tantra. Advanced Tantric Practice: Highest Yoga Tantra.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Keywords: Buddhism -- China -- Tibet; Buddhism -- Doctrines