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Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche)

Who was Padmasambhava and why is he important in Tibetan Buddhism?

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Where did Padmasambhava come from and what was his background?

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How did Padmasambhava become known as the "Second Buddha" in Tibetan Buddhism?

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What teachings did Padmasambhava bring to Tibet?

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What role did Padmasambhava play in the spread of Buddhism in Tibet?

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What is the significance of Padmasambhava's famous mantra, "Om Ah Hum Vajra Guru Padma Siddhi Hum"?

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What are some of the miracles and legends associated with Padmasambhava?

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How is Padmasambhava depicted in Tibetan art and iconography?

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What is the importance of Padmasambhava's consort, Yeshe Tsogyal, in Tibetan Buddhism?

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What are some of the major texts attributed to Padmasambhava?

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How is Padmasambhava honored and celebrated in Tibetan Buddhism?

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What is the connection between Padmasambhava and the Dalai Lama?

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What is the role of Padmasambhava in Tibetan Buddhist rituals and ceremonies?

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How does Padmasambhava differ from other Buddhist figures, such as the historical Buddha or Bodhisattvas?

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What is the significance of Padmasambhava's birth from a lotus flower?

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How does Padmasambhava's teachings and practices differ from other schools of Buddhism?

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What is the relationship between Padmasambhava and the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism?

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How has Padmasambhava influenced the development of Tibetan culture and society?

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What is the importance of Padmasambhava's teachings in modern Tibetan Buddhism?

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How can one incorporate the teachings of Padmasambhava into their own spiritual practice?

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