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The Tibetan Book of the Dead
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A guide to navigating the afterlife and achieving enlightenment, according to Tibetan Buddhist tradition.

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  1. What is the significance of the Tibetan Book of the Dead in Tibetan Buddhist culture?
  2. Who is Padmasambhava and what role does he play in the Tibetan Book of the Dead?
  3. Discuss the concept of bardo as described in the Tibetan Book of the Dead.
  4. What are some of the rituals and practices mentioned in the Tibetan Book of the Dead?
  5. How does the Tibetan Book of the Dead view the process of death and dying?
  6. Explain the concept of karma as it is discussed in the Tibetan Book of the Dead.
  7. Discuss the role of consciousness in the Tibetan Book of the Dead.
  8. What are some of the teachings and instructions provided in the Tibetan Book of the Dead for navigating the afterlife?
  9. How does the Tibetan Book of the Dead address the fear and uncertainty surrounding death?
  10. What are some of the critiques or controversies surrounding the Tibetan Book of the Dead?