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A masterful collection of Tibetan philosophical texts exploring the nature of knowledge, certainty, and awakening. This compelling anthology showcases Tibet’s vibrant philosophical tradition, offering profound insights into how we can find certainty in an impermanent and interdependent world. Featuring translations of three seminal works from key figures in the Geluk school of Tibetan Buddhism, this volume is an indispensable resource for students and scholars of Buddhist philosophy. The first two texts—Banisher of Ignorance by Khedrup Gelek Palsang (1385–1438) and On Preclusion and Relationship by Gyaltsab Darma Rinchen (1364–1432)—come from the foremost disciples of Tsongkhapa Losang Drakpa, the founder of the Geluk school. The third text, Mighty Pramana Sun, is a detailed commentary by Jamyang Shepa (1648–1721) on the opening chapter of Candrakirti’s Clear Words (Prasannapada). These works delve deeply into the theory of pramana—“valid cognition”—a foundational concept in Buddhist epistemology rooted in the teachings of Indian masters Dignaga and Dharmakirti. In this tradition, reasoned analysis is seen as a vital path to both intellectual clarity and spiritual awakening. With precision and eloquence, Khedrup Je, Gyaltsab Je, and Jamyang Shepa illuminate how rigorous logic and philosophical investigation serve not only to interpret sacred texts but also to guide sincere practitioners toward liberation. This volume stands as a brilliant testament to the Tibetan commitment to rational inquiry and spiritual depth.

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Brand: Wisdom Publications
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0861714601
Category: Books > Subjects > Religion & Spirituality > Buddhism > Philosophy
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 26 September 2025
Listed Since: 07 October 2024

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