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Table of Contents for Life in Relation to Death Introduction; Daily Meditation on Death NAPRA ReView, May/June 2000 LIFE IN RELATION TO DEATH (2nd Edition) by Chagdud Tulku Rinpoche. $7.95, 1-881847-1 l-X, Padma Publishing. In this briefest of texts (a mere 96 pages), a Tibetan Buddhist meditation master reveals simple and profound instructions "for thinking about your life and preparing for your death." From an overview of karma and the roots of suffering, Chagdud Rinpoche moves into an eloquent description of the dying process and the various "bardo" states that follow death. Encouraging awareness of death's physically~ as well as its inevitability~, the author counsels the development of strong meditative skills throughout life, so as not to be "caught by surprise as the process begins to unfold." Noting that "death is a potent reminder to use life well," Chagdud Rinpoche advises embracing the resources of kindness and compassion, wisdom and beneficence. Comforting and forthright, his simple words are as sage and timely at any stage in life as for those preparing to die and for those facing the death of a loved one. This new edition contains }'our practical appendices that address necessary steps in preparing a power of attorney for health care, a living will, a letter of instructions regarding one's final arrangements, and other miscellaneous documents. Sensitive and compassionate, Rinpoche underscores one essential truth: "Time is very precious. Do not wait until you are dying to understand your spiritual nature." -MTB Wholesale customers: please click here. |
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