| The lineage of the
Tai Situpas is traced back to one of the main
disciples of the Buddha Shakyamuni, the Bodhisattva
Maitreya, who will be the future Buddha. They
are also one of the main unbroken Golden Rosary
Mahamudra lineage holders. The Tai Situpas are
closely connected to the Karmapas and the Twelfth
Tai Situpa, Pema Dhonyo Nyinche, is a heart
son of the 16th Gyalwa Karmapa, Rangjung Rigpe
Dorje.
“The essence and pith of the Lord
Buddha’s teachings is Mahamudra, which
is the jewel of contemplative practice and
the profound instruction of the Kagyupa lineage.
The Third Karmapa’s influence and benefit
to the Kagyu lineage is incalculable and one
of the many profound texts he composed is
the Aspiration Prayer of Mahamudra, which
arose from his own realisation. The prayer
contains the entire path and view of Mahamudra,
and it’s depth and beauty is unveiled
in this line by line commentary by His Eminence
Tai Situ Rinpoche.”
- From the foreword by Ven. Choje Lama Shedrup
This was originally published by Shenpen
Osel.
Mahamudra Editions/Mahamudra
|
