The Tibetan Book of the Dead

The Tibetan Book of the Dead

By: Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava)
Revealed by: Karma Lingpa
Translated with Commentary by: Francesca Fremantle & Chögyam Trungpa
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
ISBN-13: 978-1-56957-222-1

A Profound Guide to the Journey Beyond Death

One of the most revered texts in Tibetan Buddhism, The Tibetan Book of the Dead (Bardo Thödol) is a spiritual guide designed to help individuals navigate the mysteries of life, death, and rebirth. Traditionally read aloud to the dying or deceased, this sacred text reveals the transitional states (bardos) between death and the next life, offering profound insight into the nature of consciousness and liberation.

This renowned translation and commentary by Francesca Fremantle and Chögyam Trungpa brings the ancient wisdom of the text to modern readers with clarity and depth. Trungpa Rinpoche’s insightful commentary integrates the teachings with Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhist philosophy, making it accessible to practitioners and seekers alike.

What This Book Offers:

✔ A Timeless Spiritual Classic – Essential reading for those interested in Tibetan Buddhism, meditation, and the afterlife.
✔ Profound Teachings on the Bardo – Understanding the intermediate states of existence and their role in spiritual awakening.
✔ Authentic Translation & Commentary – A deep and practical interpretation by two respected Buddhist scholars and practitioners.

More than just a book about death, The Tibetan Book of the Dead is a manual for living with awareness, impermanence, and wisdom. A must-read for Buddhist practitioners, spiritual seekers, and those exploring the mysteries of existence.

South Asia Edition