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The Life of Marpa the Translator: Seeing Accomplishes All,Used
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Marpa the Translator, the eleventhcentury farmer, scholar, and teacher, is one of the most renowned saints in Tibetan Buddhist history. In the West, Marpa is best known through his teacher, the Indian yogin Nropa, and through his closest disciple, Milarepa. This lucid and moving translation of a text composed by the author of The Life of Milarepa and The Hundred Thousand Songs of Milarepa documents the fascinating life of Marpa, who, unlike many other Tibetan masters, was a layman, a skillful businessman who raised a family while training his disciples.As a youth, Marpa was inspired to travel to India to study the Buddhist teachings, for at that time in Tibet, Buddhism has waned considerably through ruthless suppression by an evil king. The author paints a vivid picture of Marpa's three journeys to India: precarious mountain passes, desolate plains teeming with bandits, greedy customstax collectors. Marpa endured many hardships, but nothing to compare with the trials that ensued with his guru Nropa and other teachers. Yet Marpa succeeded in mastering the tantric teachings, translating and bringing them to Tibet, and establishing the Practice Lineage of the Kagys, which continues to this day.
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- Q: What is 'The Life of Marpa the Translator' about? A: The book chronicles the life of Marpa the Translator, an influential figure in Tibetan Buddhism known for his journeys to India and his role in bringing tantric teachings to Tibet.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Heruka, Tsangnyon, who provides a detailed account of Marpa's life and teachings.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding format.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book consists of 320 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Life of Marpa the Translator' published? A: The book was published on June 18, 1995.
- Q: Is this book a revised edition? A: Yes, this is a revised edition of the original text.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under Religious literature.
- Q: What can readers expect from this translation? A: Readers can expect a lucid and moving translation that documents Marpa's life, focusing on his hardships and achievements in the context of Tibetan Buddhism.
- Q: Is there any specific audience for this book? A: This book is suitable for readers interested in Tibetan Buddhism, spiritual history, and those looking to learn about influential figures in this tradition.
- Q: What themes are explored in Marpa's story? A: Themes include perseverance in the face of adversity, the importance of mentorship in spiritual growth, and the integration of layman life with spiritual practice.