The Tibetan Book of the Dead

Liberation Through Understanding in the Between

By: Robert Thurman

Narrated by: Robert Thurman

The most accessible and informative version of the Buddhist classic available in English, with instruction in meditation, illuminating commentary, and guidance in the practical use of the prayers

The so-called “Tibetan Book of the Dead” has been renowned for centuries as a cornerstone of Buddhist wisdom and religious thought. More recently, it has become highly influential in the Western world for its psychological insights into the processes of death and dying—and what they can teach us about the ways we live our lives. It has also been found to be helpful in the grieving process by people who have recently lost their loved ones.

Composed in the eighth century C.E., it is intended to prepare the soul for the trials and transformations of the afterworld. Its profound message is that the art of dying is as important as the art of living. Drawing on Tibetan spiritual traditions, it shows us the workings of the mind in its various manifestations—terrifying and comforting, wrathful and beautiful—which appear more clearly after death in the consciousness of the deceased. By recognizing these manifestations, we can attain a state of enlightenment, both in this existence and in the existence to come.

This authoritative translation preserves the form and spirit of the original and was prepared especially for Western readers by Robert A. F. Thurman, one of the most prominent Tibetan scholars in America and a close associate of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s.

This audiobook includes a downloadable PDF that contains additional information and the glossary from the book.

Master on the topic

Bob knows his stuff. This is not easy material to hear and digest. But when it sinks in… is very powerful.

Nibanna

May this empty Samsara

Loving Kindness Meditation
Compassion Meditation
Sympathetic Joy Meditation
Equanimity Meditation

Absolutely Love & Higly Recommend

Thurman reads his book well, you can feel his passion, care and humor from the sound of his voice. Great information, well presented! I will be listening to this book again!

loved it.

amazing read. it's a synthesis of ancient wisdom, mystic experience while being modern and approachable.

The Magic of it all.

This is a book that will open your OTHER senses; those senses you forgot you had.