{"product_id":"the-life-of-gampopa-second-edition","title":"The Life of Gampopa: Second Edition","description":"In 12th century Tibet, a young physician named Gampopa faced devastating personal tragedy that ignited his quest for spiritual fulfillment. Jampa Mackenzie Stewart’s The Life of Gampopa chronicles the remarkable journey of this pivotal figure in Tibetan Buddhism, from his early life as a grieving widower to his emergence as a revered teacher who would shape the Kagyupa tradition for centuries to come.\n\nStewart’s meticulous research and engaging descriptions bring to life Gampopa’s transformative encounters with the legendary yogi Milarepa and his synthesis of diverse Buddhist teachings. The book explores Gampopa’s innovative approach to Mahamudra meditation and his role in establishing monastic communities that would preserve and propagate these profound teachings. Stewart’s biography of this revered teacher captures Gampopa’s spiritual evolution, his miraculous abilities, and the enduring impact of his compassionate wisdom. The Life of Gampopa offers a window into a pivotal moment in Buddhist history, revealing how one person’s life became a beacon of enlightenment for countless seekers across generations.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 1559392142\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: DBV.1559392142.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Stewart, Jampa Mackenzie Mackenzie|Lhalungpa, Lobsang|Van Dam, Eva\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Gently used with minimal wear on the corners and cover. A few pages may contain light highlighting or writing, but the text remains fully legible. Dust jacket may be missing, and supplemental materials like CDs or codes may not be included. May be ex-library with library markings. Ships promptly!  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Dream Books Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41449410396218,"sku":"DBV.1559392142.G","price":10.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/6011\/0138\/files\/1559392142-0.jpg?v=1780888450","url":"https:\/\/shop.dreambooksco.com\/products\/the-life-of-gampopa-second-edition","provider":"Dream Books Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}