Naked awareness
Book Description
This profound 17th-century treatise offers seekers a rare glimpse into the unified wisdom of two of Tibet's most revered spiritual traditions. Written by Karma Chagme, a distinguished master who embodied both lineages, this work serves as both philosophical foundation and practical guide for those drawn to the deepest levels of Buddhist meditation.
The journey begins with essential teachings on cultivating the awakened heart and understanding how our actions shape our spiritual destiny. From this grounding, readers are introduced to the sophisticated practices of Dzogchen, including detailed guidance on its two primary phases: the Breakthrough, which reveals the nature of awareness itself, and the Leap-over, which transcends ordinary perception entirely.
Recognizing that spiritual practice must address life's ultimate transition, Karma Chagme provides accessible instruction on consciousness transference techniques for the moment of death. This practical wisdom ensures that dedicated practitioners can maintain awareness even during life's most challenging passage.
The work culminates in an extensive exploration of Mahamudra meditation, skillfully woven together with Dzogchen insights to create a comprehensive approach to awakening. Rather than presenting these traditions as separate paths, this text reveals their fundamental unity, offering practitioners a complete framework for recognizing and resting in the naked awareness that is our true nature.
This translation makes centuries-old wisdom accessible to contemporary seekers ready to explore consciousness at its most essential level.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~9 hours)
📄 Length: 321 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Cult
- ✓ Understand Buddhist philosophy and practice
- ✓ Explore Rdzogs-chen (Rñiṅ-ma-pa)
- ✓ Learn practical meditation techniques
- ✓ Explore Mahāmudrā (Tantric rite)
- ✓ Explore Buddhism
- ✓ Explore Meditation
- ✓ Explore Early works to 1800
