Essence of Vajrayana

With this book, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche explains with clarity and precision how we can practice the sublime meditations of Heruka body mandala, and thereby gradually transform our ordinary world and experiences into those of a Buddha, a fully enlightened being. He follows this with definitive instructions on the completion stage practices that can lead directly to the supreme bliss of full enlightenment in this one lifetime. This is a treasury of practical instructions for those seriously interested in following the Tantric path.

• The first complete explanation in English of the Highest Yoga Tantra practice of Heruka body mandala
• Sublime methods for transforming our ordinary minds and attaining pure selfless joy
• The actual method to accomplish the supreme bliss of full enlightenment in this lifetime

In general, Vajrayana is the actual quick path to enlightenment, but whether or not we attain enlightenment quickly through Vajrayana practice depends upon our faith, motivation and understanding. In particular, gaining the realizations of Heruka body mandala—the very essence of Vajrayana—depends upon our having strong faith in the instructions and a clear understanding of their meaning. Then, with a pure motivation, free from selfish intention, we should practice these instructions sincerely and continually until we attain our final goal.

Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche