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Quotes of Tibetan Book of the Dead
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“The bardo is a mirror reflecting the mind’s habitual tendencies; by recognizing this, one can break free from samsara.”
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation Through Hearing in the Bardo
— Chapter 15, Page 235
bardo
mind
habits
samsara
“At the moment of death, the subtle consciousness separates from the gross body; remain mindful to recognize the clear light.”
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation Through Hearing in the Bardo
— Chapter 14, Page 220
death
consciousness
mindfulness
clear light
“The luminous nature of mind is beyond all dualities; recognize this and you transcend birth and death.”
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation Through Hearing in the Bardo
— Chapter 13, Page 205
mind
luminous
duality
transcendence
“The practice of hearing the prayers and instructions in the bardo can guide the deceased to liberation or a favorable rebirth.”
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation Through Hearing in the Bardo
— Chapter 12, Page 190
prayers
bardo
guidance
rebirth
“The consciousness after death is subtle and clear; it is the basis for liberation if recognized, or for rebirth if ignored.”
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation Through Hearing in the Bardo
— Chapter 11, Page 175
consciousness
death
liberation
rebirth
“The bardo is like a dream; recognize its nature and you will awaken to the true nature of mind.”
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation Through Hearing in the Bardo
— Chapter 10, Page 160
bardo
dream
awakening
mind
“Do not grasp at the visions of the bardo, whether pleasurable or terrifying. They are illusory and will bind you if you cling to them.”
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation Through Hearing in the Bardo
— Chapter 9, Page 145
bardo
illusion
clinging
vision
“The moment of death is the moment of great opportunity. If you can remain aware, you can achieve liberation from samsara.”
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation Through Hearing in the Bardo
— Chapter 8, Page 130
death
awareness
liberation
samsara
“If you fail to recognize the clear light, you will be reborn according to your karma. Therefore, practice mindfulness and compassion in life.”
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation Through Hearing in the Bardo
— Chapter 7, Page 118
karma
rebirth
mindfulness
compassion
“The appearances of peaceful and wrathful deities are manifestations of your own mind’s luminous and clear nature. Recognize them and you will be free.”
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation Through Hearing in the Bardo
— Chapter 6, Page 102
deities
mind
recognition
freedom
“The bardo is a state of transition, neither here nor there. Use this time to recognize the true nature of reality and avoid being drawn into illusion.”
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation Through Hearing in the Bardo
— Chapter 5, Page 89
bardo
transition
reality
illusion
“Do not be terrified by the terrifying appearances in the bardo; they are projections of your own mind. Recognize them as such and remain calm.”
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation Through Hearing in the Bardo
— Chapter 4, Page 73
bardo
fear
mind
recognition
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