Natural Perfection: Longchenpa's Radical Dzogchen

From the foreword by Chögyal Namkhai Norbu: “Dzogchen is the inspired transmission of Sakyamuni Buddha. Known as the yoga of the all-good nature of mind, it serves as a last resort and refuge to all beings in particularly degenerate times. When, increasingly, opinionated fundamentalism prevails and inner vision is dim, when coarse passion is rife and conflict and strife escalate, when time quickens and the body-mind is variously afflicted, it is this special yoga that provides freedom in our every act.”I recommend this be read along with two other books by the author — “Spaciousness: The Radical Dzogchen of the Vajra-Heart, Longchenpa’s Treasury of the Dharmadhatu” (Revised Edition) and “Maya Yoga: Longchenpa’s Finding Comfort and Ease in Enchantment.” While they can be read in any order, they definitely compliment each other. Along with B. Alan Wallace and John Myrdhin Reynolds, I’ve found Keith Dowman’s translations and commentaries to be top of the line. For anyone interested in my recommended books (Dzogchen and other spiritual gems), please click on my Amazon reviewer name: PW108.Additionally, for erudite, thoughtful, and well-written analysis of many Dzogchen tomes, I recommend to everyone here that they avail themselves of the comments from the Amazon reviewers going by the names, “Book Drawn” and “applewood.” Given the many wonderful reviews of theirs that assisted me with my purchases, anyone looking into these types of spiritual texts would do well to read their posts. My thanks to both these fine gentlemen!

I love reading buddhist literature. This book about Dzogchen in my opinion ties together some of the core values behind the scenes of the different styles and backgrounds of buddhism. A very profound book for those that have read a decent amount of buddhist books from any background(vipassana, tibetan, theraveden,etc) Especially a good epilogue for those who have read the sutras (Nikayas).

A must read for anyone interested in the experiential knowing of our phenomenal world, and of ourselves. If your into the science of meditation, this rigorous translation of Longchenpa's will connect every day life with the deepest understanding of how our minds work, and how we live with ourselves and others. Natural Perfection: Longchenpa's Radical Dzogchen

'When we die, the whole environment with all beings would pass away at the same time':"Belief in the identity of mind and the appearances is a deviation from me."

a good contribution to the study of dzog chen

Longchenpa was one of the greatest teachers of Great Perfection knowledge ever. If you are directed to any of his books and teachings, open your heart and mind to find the truth of what you really are and how to connect with the Great Perfection - you true self.

A brilliant translation of classic Dzogchen literature. Dowman has a unique and important take on the lineage of Dzogchen. Personally this text was a very positive disruptor as a long time vajrayana practitioner. For those new to Buddhism and non-dual schools philosophy, this is likely to advanced to be of real benefit. Nevertheless, it deserves a space on your shrine and homage to the unparalleled Dharma King Longchenpa. _/\_

Superb!

Beautiful writings of Longchenpa. Described very thoroughly by Keith Dowman....rather concentrated reading but full of invaluable insight. So wonderful that these works are available now to the general public though I feel this book would be more suited to a practioner of Dzogchen.

LONGCHENPA WORK OF GENIUS, EXCELLENTLY TRANSLATED .CLARIFYS & ENHANCES DEEP MEDITATIVE STATES.DO YOU DARE?

clear instruction towards what is truly so

It is a rare privilige to be able to read and study Lonchen Rabjam fabulous work in English. A great inspring read for all aspiring Dzogchenpas.

Excelent book.