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Śāntideva

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Texts by and about the Indian master Śāntideva (zhi ba lha), renowned author of the Bodhicaryāvatāra:

Bodhicaryāvatāra

The Brightly Shining Sun: A Step-by-Step Guide to Meditating on the Bodhicaryāvatāra by Patrul Rinpoche | Bodhicaryāvatāra

Patrul Rinpoche was renowned for his mastery of, and fondness for, Śāntideva's classic guide to the way of the bodhisattvas, and this is his practical manual for applying its wisdom and meditating on its key themes.

Bodhicaryāvatāra Root Text

Bodhicaryāvatāra—Chapter 1: The Benefits of Bodhicitta | Bodhicaryāvatāra

The first chapter of Śāntideva's classic text introduces bodhicitta (byang chub sems)—the mind that is intent upon awakening—and explains its extraordinary qualities.

Bodhicaryāvatāra—Chapter 2: Confession of Negativity | Bodhicaryāvatāra

The second chapter includes verses on making offerings (mchod pa 'bul ba), taking refuge (skyabs su 'gro ba) and the confession of negativity (sdig pa bshags pa).

Bodhicaryāvatāra—Chapter 3: Fully Adopting Bodhicitta | Bodhicaryāvatāra

The third chapter, which is entitled "Fully Adopting Bodhicitta" (byang chub kyi sems yongs su bzung ba), includes the ritual of taking the bodhisattva vow.

Prayers

Prayer to Śāntideva and Dam, Tsang and Jam of Katok by Patrul Rinpoche | Prayers

A short prayer composed while circumambulating stūpas dedicated to the early masters of Katok Monastery.

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