Tibetan Book of The :
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Death is real, it comes without warning and it cannot be escaped. An ancient source of strength and guidance, The Tibetan Book of the Dead remains an essential teaching originating in the spiritual cultures of the Himalayas. Narrated by Leonard Cohen, this enlightening two-part series explores the sacred text and boldly visualizes the afterlife according to its profound wisdom.
Part 1: A Way of Life reveals the history of The Tibetan Book of the Dead and examines its traditional use in northern India, as well as its acceptance in Western hospices. Shot over a four-month period, the film contains footage of the rites and liturgies for a deceased Ladakhi elder and includes an interview with the Dalai Lama, who shares his views on the book’s meaning and importance. Part 2: The Great Liberation follows an old lama and his novice monk as they guide a Himalayan villager into the afterlife using readings from The Tibetan Book of the Dead. The soul’s 49-day journey towards rebirth is envisioned through actual photography of rarely seen Buddhist rituals, interwoven with groundbreaking animation by internationally acclaimed filmmaker Ishu Patel. Special Bonus Feature: The Trap - see what happens when Buddhist teachings are applied in a Nova Scotian fishing village. From the filmmaker: Official website Tibetan Book of The is not available for purchase online yet. If you sign-up to host a screening, the filmmaker will be notified that you need a DVD...or you can contact the filmmaker directly from their profile page. Tags: tibet, Buddhism, Dalai Lama, india, death, book of dead, leonard cohen, Ishu Patel No screenings of Tibetan Book of The are currently scheduled. Host one yourself!
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