Perfect conduct : Ascertaining the three vows, Ngari Panchen, Pema Wangyi Gyalpo : commentary

All religions teach codes of ethical behavior. So too does Buddhism. This books is a translation of an indispensable exposition of the three sets of vows that are central to Tibetan Buddhist codes of discipline--the pratimoksa vows of individual liberation; the vows of the bodhisattva, who selflessly strives for the liberation of all beings; the vows of the esoteric path of tantra. Here, the late Dudjom Rinpoche provides his authoritative commentary on the role of ethics and morality in Buddhist practice, outlining in detail the meaning and scope of the vows, and giving practical advice on maintaining the vows as supportive tools in the journey toward enlightenment. All Religions Teach Codes Of Ethical Behavior. So Too Does Buddhism. This Book Is A Translation Of An Ancient Exposition Of The Three Levels Of Moral Codes In Tibetan Buddhism - The Vows Of Individual Liberation; The Vows Of The Bodhisattva, Who Selflessly Strives For The Enlightenment Of All Beings; And The Vows Of Tantra, The Esoteric Path Of Mahayana Practice.--book Jacket. For The First Time, A Comprehensive Explanation Of These Vows Is Presented With Explanatory Teachings On How To Practice Them In Everyday Life.--book Jacket. Ngari Panchen Pema Wangyi Gyalpo ; Commentary By Dudjom Rinpoche Jigdral Yeshe Dorje ; Translated By Khenpo Gyurme Samdrub And Sangye Khandro. Includes Bibliographical References. Contents Preface Introduction Translator's Note THE COMMENTARY, INCLUDING THE ROOT TEXT I. The Initial Virtue II. The Intermediate Virtue 1 A Brief Explanation of the Stages of the Main Teaching 2 An Explanation of the Priitimok!a-vinaya 14 3 The Bodhisattva Vows 4 Secret Mantra 5 An Explanation of How to Practice the Three Vows Togetherwithout Conflict III. The Concluding Virtue Commentator's Note TRANSLATION OF THE ROOT TEXT, ASCERTAINING THE THREE VOWS OUTLINE OF THE COMMENTARY Notes