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The Tibetan Book of the Dead
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"The Tibetan Book of the Dead" Quotes

A guide to navigating the afterlife and achieving enlightenment, according to Tibetan Buddhist tradition.

Quotes

Do not be afraid. This is just the illusion of your mind.

Padmasambhava

fearillusion

All that we are is the result of what we have thought.

Padmasambhava

thoughtself

Let go of your attachments, for they bind you to the cycle of suffering.

Padmasambhava

attachmentsuffering

In the bardo state, the mind is like a wild horse. Tame it with mindfulness.

Padmasambhava

mindfulnessbardo

The universe is a vast ocean of consciousness. Dive deep and discover your true nature.

Padmasambhava

consciousnessself-discovery

The path to enlightenment begins with embracing impermanence.

Padmasambhava

enlightenmentimpermanence

Do not cling to your ego, for it is the source of suffering.

Padmasambhava

egosuffering

In the emptiness of the bardo, find the fullness of enlightenment.

Padmasambhava

emptinessenlightenment

Let go of regrets and embrace the present moment.

Padmasambhava

regretpresent moment

The cycle of birth and death is an opportunity for spiritual growth.

Padmasambhava

birthdeathspiritual growth