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*[[Abhidana of the Samvara Tantra]]. A tantric text.
*[[Abhidana of the Samvara Tantra]]. A tantric text.
*[[Accomplishments]] ([[dngos grub, siddhi]]). See 'supreme and common siddhis.'
*[[Accomplishments]] ([[dngos grub, siddhi]]). See '[[supreme and common siddhis]].'
*[[Accumulation of merit]] ([[bsod nams kyi tshogs]]). Virtuous actions with concepts.
*[[Accumulation of merit]] ([[bsod nams kyi tshogs]]). Virtuous actions with concepts.
*[[Accumulation of wisdom]] ([[ye shes kyi tshogs]]). Virtuous actions embraced by discriminating knowledge]] ([[shes rab]]). of insight into emptiness.
*[[Accumulation of wisdom]] ([[ye shes kyi tshogs]]). Virtuous actions embraced by [[discriminating knowledge]] ([[shes rab]]) of insight into emptiness.
*[[Acharya Lilavajra. One of the Indian mahasiddhas.  
*[[Acharya Lilavajra]]. One of the Indian [[mahasiddhas]].  
*[[Action dagger]] ([[las phur]]). skt. Kilaya. The dagger for fulfilling the activities in the practice of Vajra Kilaya.
*[[Action dagger]] ([[las phur]]). skt. Kilaya. The dagger for fulfilling the activities in the practice of [[Vajra Kilaya]].
*[[Activity practices]] ([[las tshogs]]). They refer chiefly to the four activities of pacifying, increasing, magnetizing and subjugating.
*[[Activity practices]] ([[las tshogs]]). They refer chiefly to the [[four activities]] of pacifying, increasing, magnetizing and subjugating.
*[[Adi Buddha Samantabhadra]] ([[mdod ma'i sangs rgyas kun tu bzang po]]). The primordially enlightened buddha.
*[[Adi Buddha Samantabhadra]] ([[mdod ma'i sangs rgyas kun tu bzang po]]). The primordially enlightened buddha.
*[[Aggregate]] ([[phung po]]). See 'five aggregates.'
*[[Aggregate]] ([[phung po]]). See '[[five aggregates]].'
*[[Akanishtha]] ([['og min]]). The 'highest;' the realm of Vajradhara, the dharmakaya buddha. For a discussion of the various types of Akanishtha, see Gyurme Dorje's translation of Longchen Rabjam's [[phyogs bcu mun sel]].
*[[Akanishtha]] ([['og min]]). The 'highest;' the realm of [[Vajradhara]], the [[dharmakaya buddha]]. For a discussion of the various types of Akanishtha, see [[Gyurme Dorje]]'s translation of [[Longchen Rabjam]]'s [[phyogs bcu mun sel]].
*[[Akanishtha realm of all-encompassing purity]] ([[dag pa rab 'byams 'og min zhing]]).
*[[Akanishtha realm of all-encompassing purity]] ([[dag pa rab 'byams 'og min zhing]]).
*[[Akanishtha realm of Padmajala]] ([['og min pad ma drva ba'i zhing]]). The pure realm of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Akanishtha realm of Padmajala]] ([['og min pad ma drva ba'i zhing]]). The pure realm of [[Guru Rinpoche]].
*[[All that appears and exists]] ([[snang srid thams cad]]). The world and the beings.
*[[All that appears and exists]] ([[snang srid thams cad]]). The world and the beings.
*[[All-accomplishing wisdom]] ([[bya ba grub pa'i ye shes]]). One of the five wisdoms; the transmutation of envy.
*[[All-accomplishing wisdom]] ([[bya ba grub pa'i ye shes]]). One of the [[five wisdoms]]; the transmutation of envy.
*[[All-encompassing purity]] ([[dag pa rab 'byams]]). In their pure aspects, the skandhas, elements and so forth of the world and beings. The five male and female buddhas.
*[[All-encompassing purity]] ([[dag pa rab 'byams]]). In their pure aspects, the [[skandhas]], [[elements]] and so forth of the world and beings. The [[five male and female buddhas]].
*[[All-ground]] ([[kun gzhi, alaya]]). The basis of mind and both pure and impure phenomena. This word has different meanings in different contexts and should be understood accordingly. Literally it means the 'foundation of all things.'  
*[[All-ground]] ([[kun gzhi, alaya]]). The basis of mind and both pure and impure phenomena. This word has different meanings in different contexts and should be understood accordingly. Literally it means the 'foundation of all things.'  
*[[All-illuminating samadhi]] ([[kun tu snang ba'i ting nge 'dzin]]). The second of the three samadhis. Compassion arising out of emptiness.
*[[All-illuminating samadhi]] ([[kun tu snang ba'i ting nge 'dzin]]). The second of the [[three samadhis]]. Compassion arising out of emptiness.
*[[All-knowing King of Dharma]] ([[kun mkhyen chos kyi rgyal po]]). See Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo.
*[[All-knowing King of Dharma]] ([[kun mkhyen chos kyi rgyal po]]). See [[Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo]].
*[[All-pervasive suffering of being conditioned]] ([[khyab pa 'du byed kyi sdug bsngal]]). The third of the three sufferings. It is perpetuated by the continuation of the five aggregates.
*[[All-pervasive suffering of being conditioned]] ([[khyab pa 'du byed kyi sdug bsngal]]). The third of the [[three sufferings]]. It is perpetuated by the [[continuation of the five aggregates]].
*[[Amitabha]] ([[snang ba mtha' yas]]). The chief buddha of the lotus family. The manifestation of discriminating wisdom.
*[[Amitabha]] ([[snang ba mtha' yas]]). The chief buddha of the [[lotus family]]. The manifestation of [[discriminating wisdom]].
*[[Anu]] ([[rjes su rnal 'byor]]). The second of the three inner tantras: Maha, Anu and Ati. It emphasizes the completion stage and the mandala as being contained within the vajra body. Same as 'Lung Anu Yoga.'
*[[Anu]] ([[rjes su rnal 'byor]]). The second of the [[three inner tantras]]: [[Maha, Anu and Ati]]. It emphasizes the [[completion stage]] and the mandala as being contained within the [[vajra body]]. Same as '[[Lung Anu Yoga]].'
*[[Aperture of Brahma]] ([[tshangs bug]]), [[brahmarandra]]. The opening at the top of one's head eight fingers above the hair line.
*[[Aperture of Brahma]] ([[tshangs bug]]), [[brahmarandra]]. The opening at the top of one's head eight fingers above the hair line.
*[[Appearance and existence]] ([[snang srid]]). The world and it's beings. Whatever can be experienced (the five elements). and has a possibility of existence (the five aggregates).  
*[[Appearance and existence]] ([[snang srid]]). The world and it's beings. Whatever can be experienced (the [[five elements]]). and has a possibility of existence (the [[five aggregates]]).  
*[[Approach, accomplishment and activities]] ([[bsnyen sgrub las gsum]]). The aspects of the recitation part of sadhana practice connected to the development stage.
*[[Approach, accomplishment and activities]] ([[bsnyen sgrub las gsum]]). The aspects of the recitation part of [[sadhana practice]] connected to the [[development stage]].
*[[Arya Tara]] ([['phags ma sgrol ma]]). A female buddha.
*[[Arya Tara]] ([['phags ma sgrol ma]]). A female buddha.
*[[Asanga]] ([[thogs med]]). A great Indian master of philosophy who was a direct disciple of Maitreya.
*[[Asanga]] ([[thogs med]]). A great Indian master of philosophy who was a direct disciple of [[Maitreya]].
*[[Aspiration for Purifying the Realm of the Three Kayas]] ([[sku gsum zhing sbyong smon lam]]). Written by Jigmey Lingpa.
*[[Aspiration for Purifying the Realm of the Three Kayas]] ([[sku gsum zhing sbyong smon lam]]). Written by [[Jigmey Lingpa]].
*[[Assembly sadhana]] ([[tshogs sgrub]]). A group sadhana practice usually involving a great number of people and lasts for several days.
*[[Assembly sadhana]] ([[tshogs sgrub]]). A group sadhana practice usually involving a great number of people and lasts for several days.
*[[Ati]] ([[shin tu nal 'byor]]). The third of the three inner tantras. Same as 'Dzogchen.'
*[[Ati]] ([[shin tu nal 'byor]]). The third of the [[three inner tantras]]. Same as 'Dzogchen.'
*[[Ati Kopa]] ([[a ti bkod pa]]). A Dzogchen tantra.
*[[Ati Kopa]] ([[a ti bkod pa]]). A Dzogchen tantra.
*[[Avalokiteshvara]] ([[spyan ras gzigs]]). 1}. The buddha of compassion. 2}. One of the eight main bodhisattvas.
*[[Avalokiteshvara]] ([[spyan ras gzigs]]). 1}. The buddha of compassion. 2}. One of the [[eight main bodhisattvas]].
*[[Awakening at dawn from the sleep of ignorance]] ([[tho rangs ma rig gnyid skrog]]). A practice to be done immediately upon waking up.  
*[[Awakening at dawn from the sleep of ignorance]] ([[tho rangs ma rig gnyid skrog]]). A practice to be done immediately upon waking up.  
*[[Barchey Lamsel]] ([[bar chad lam sel]]). A supplication to Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Barchey Lamsel]] ([[bar chad lam sel]]). A supplication to Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Bardo]] ([[bar do, antarabhava]]). 'Intermediate state.' Usually refers to the period between death and the next rebirth. For details of the four bardos, see 'Mirror of Mindfulness,' Shambhala Publications.
*[[Bardo]] ([[bar do]]), [[antarabhava]]. '[[Intermediate state]].' Usually refers to the period between death and the next rebirth. For details of the four bardos, see '[[Mirror of Mindfulness]],' Shambhala Publications.
*[[Bende Drimey Dashar]] ([[ban de dri med brda shar]]). One of the close disciples of Guru Rinpoche. Same of Jnanakumara of Nyag.
*[[Bende Drimey Dashar]] ([[ban de dri med brda shar]]). One of the close disciples of Guru Rinpoche. Same of [[Jnanakumara of Nyag]].
*[[Bhagavan Shakyamuni]] ([[bcom ldan 'das sha kya thub pa]]). Same as Buddha Shakyamuni.
*[[Bhagavan Shakyamuni]] ([[bcom ldan 'das sha kya thub pa]]). Same as Buddha Shakyamuni.
*[[Bhagavan Vajrasattva]] ([[bcom ldan 'das rdo rje sems dpa']]). The buddha Vajrasattva who is the embodiment of the hundred families of victorious ones.
*[[Bhagavan Vajrasattva]] ([[bcom ldan 'das rdo rje sems dpa']]). The buddha [[Vajrasattva]] who is the embodiment of the [[hundred families of victorious ones]].
*[[Bindu]] ([[thig le]]). 1}. Essences. 2}. Circles or spheres.
*[[Bindu]] ([[thig le]]). 1). Essences. 2). Circles or spheres.
*[[Blazing Blue Light]] ([[mthing 'od 'bar ma]]). An emanation of Yeshe Tsogyal who is the consort of Raksha Thotreng.
*[[Blazing Blue Light]] ([[mthing 'od 'bar ma]]). An emanation of [[Yeshe Tsogyal]] who is the consort of [[Raksha Totreng]].
*[[Bliss-sustainer]] ([[bde skyong]]). Same as kapala.
*[[Bliss-sustainer]] ([[bde skyong]]). Same as [[kapala]].
*[[Blissful Realm]] ([[bde ba can, sukhavati]]). The pure land of Buddha Amitabha.
*[[Blissful Realm]] ([[bde ba can, sukhavati]]). The [[pure land of Buddha Amitabha]].
*[[Bodhicitta]] ([[byang sems, byang chub kyi sems]]). The aspiration to attain enlightenment for the sake of all beings.  
*[[Bodhicitta]] ([[byang sems, byang chub kyi sems]]). The aspiration to attain enlightenment for the sake of all beings.  
*[[Bodhicitta of application]] ([['jug pa'i byang chub kyi sems]]). It is chiefly comprised of the six paramitas.
*[[Bodhicitta of application]] ([['jug pa'i byang chub kyi sems]]). It is chiefly comprised of the [[six paramitas]].
*[[Bodhicitta of aspiration]] ([[smon pa'i byang chub kyi sems]]). It is chiefly comprised of the four immeasurables.
*[[Bodhicitta of aspiration]] ([[smon pa'i byang chub kyi sems]]). It is chiefly comprised of the [[four immeasurables]].
*[[Bodhisattva]] ([[byang chub sems dpa']]). Someone who has developed bo-dhicitta, the aspiration to attain enlightenment in order to benefit all sentient beings. A practitioner of the Mahayana path; especially one who has attained the first bhumi.
*[[Bodhisattva]] ([[byang chub sems dpa']]). Someone who has developed bodhicitta, the aspiration to attain enlightenment in order to benefit all sentient beings. A practitioner of the Mahayana path; especially one who has attained the [[first bhumi]].
*[[Bodhisattva Shantarakshita]] ([[mkhan po bodhi satva zhi ba 'tsho]]). The first abbot to ordain monks in Tibet.
*[[Bodhisattva Shantarakshita]] ([[mkhan po bodhi satva zhi ba 'tsho]]). The first abbot to ordain monks in Tibet.
*[[Bodhisattva trainings]] ([[byang chub sems dpa'i bslab pa]]). The precepts and practices of a bodhisattva.
*[[Bodhisattva trainings]] ([[byang chub sems dpa'i bslab pa]]). The precepts and practices of a bodhisattva.
*[[Bow of Indra]] ([[dbang po'i gzhu]]). Poetical name for a rainbow.
*[[Bow of Indra]] ([[dbang po'i gzhu]]). Poetical name for a rainbow.
*[[Brahma]] ([[tshangs pa]]). The chief god in the realm of form.
*[[Brahma]] ([[tshangs pa]]). The chief god in the [[realm of form]].
*[[Brahma-like voice]] ([[tshangs pa'i dbyangs]]). The voice endowed with the sixteen perfect qualities of Brahma.
*[[Brahma-like voice]] ([[tshangs pa'i dbyangs]]). The voice endowed with the [[sixteen perfect qualities of Brahma]].
*[[Buddha of the three times, Guru Rinpoche]] ([[dus gsum sangs rgyas gu ru rin po che]]). The name of the six-lined prayer to Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Buddha of the three times Guru Rinpoche]] ([[dus gsum sangs rgyas gu ru rin po che]]). The name of the six-lined prayer to Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Buddha Shakyamuni]] ([[sangs rgyas sha kya thub pa]]). The historical Buddha.
*[[Buddha Shakyamuni]] ([[sangs rgyas sha kya thub pa]]). The historical Buddha.
*[[Buddhaguhya]] ([[sangs rgyas gsang ba]]). An Indian pandita who was invited to Tibet by King Trisong Deutsen.
*[[Buddhaguhya]] ([[sangs rgyas gsang ba]]). An Indian pandita who was invited to Tibet by [[King Trisong Deutsen]].
*[[Chamara]] ([[rnga g.yab]]). One of the eight subcontinents as well as the support for the terrestrial pure land of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Chamara]] ([[rnga g.yab]]). One of the [[eight subcontinents]] as well as the support for the [[terrestrial pure land]] of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Changing suffering]] ([['gyur ba'i sdug bsngal]]). The fact that pleasure is impermanent and not under one's individual control. One of the 'three sufferings.'
*[[Changing suffering]] ([['gyur ba'i sdug bsngal]]). The fact that pleasure is impermanent and not under one's individual control. One of the '[[three sufferings]].'
*[[Charnel ground ornaments]] ([[dur khrod kyi chas]]). The attire worn by a wrathful buddha.
*[[Charnel ground ornaments]] ([[dur khrod kyi chas]]). The attire worn by a wrathful buddha.
*[[Chemchok Heruka]] ([[che mchog he ru ka]]). One of the 58 wrathful buddhas.
*[[Chemchok Heruka]] ([[che mchog he ru ka]]). One of the [[58 wrathful buddhas]].
*[[Chimey Dorje]] ([['chi med rdo rje]]). A great master and the father of Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche.
*[[Chimey Dorje of Tsangsar]] ([['chi med rdo rje]]). A great master and the father of [[Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche]].
*[[Chogyal Phakpa]] ([[chos rgyal 'phags pa]]). A great master of the Sakya lineage.
*[[Chogyal Phakpa]] ([[chos rgyal 'phags pa]]). A great master of the [[Sakya lineage]].
*[[Chokgyur Dechen Lingpa]] ([[mchog gyur bde chen gling pa]]). The name of Chokgyur Lingpa.
*[[Chokgyur Dechen Lingpa]] ([[mchog gyur bde chen gling pa]]). The name of [[Chokgyur Lingpa]].
*[[Chokgyur Lingpa]] ([[mchog gyur gling pa]]). The great terton who revealed numerous terma teachings especially the cycle of Lamey Thukdrub Barchey Kunsel.
*[[Chokgyur Lingpa]] ([[mchog gyur gling pa]]). The [[great terton]] who revealed numerous terma teachings especially the cycle of [[Lamey Tukdrub Barchey Kunsel]].
*[[Chokling Tersar]] ([[mchog gling gter gsar]]). The collection of termas revealed by Chokgyur Lingpa together with its connected teachings.
*[[Chokling Tersar]] ([[mchog gling gter gsar]]). The collection of termas revealed by Chokgyur Lingpa together with its connected teachings.
*[[Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche]] ([[chos kyi nyi ma rin po che]]). The abbot of [[Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling]] Monastery and the oldest son of Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche. Author of 'Union of Mahamudra and Dzogchen' and of 'Jewel of the Heart,' Rangjung Yeshe Publications, 1987.
*[[Chokyi Nyima Rinpoche]] ([[chos kyi nyi ma rin po che]]). The abbot of [[Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling]] Monastery and the oldest son of [[Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche]]. Author of '[[Union of Mahamudra and Dzogchen]]' and of '[[Jewel of the Heart]],' Rangjung Yeshe Publications, 1987.
*[[Clearing the Obstacles of the Path]] ([[bar chad lam sel]]). A supplication to Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Clearing the Obstacles of the Path]] ([[bar chad lam sel]]). A supplication to Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Common and supreme siddhis]] ([[thun mong dang mchog gi dngos grub]]). Usually they refer to the eight common siddhis and the supreme siddhi of Mahamudra, complete enlightenment.
*[[Common and supreme siddhis]] ([[thun mong dang mchog gi dngos grub]]). Usually they refer to the [[eight common siddhis]] and the [[supreme siddhi of Mahamudra]], complete enlightenment.
*[[Concise Manual For Daily Practice]] ([[rnal 'byor rgyun gyi bkol byang]]). The condensed version of the guru sadhana of Lamey Thukdrub Barchey Kunsel.
*[[Concise Manual For Daily Practice]] ([[rnal 'byor rgyun gyi bkol byang]]). The condensed version of the [[guru sadhana]] of [[Lamey Tukdrub Barchey Kunsel]].
*[[Condensed Prajnaparamita]] ([[sher phyin bsdus pa]]). A Mahayana scripture.
*[[Condensed Prajnaparamita]] ([[sher phyin bsdus pa]]). A Mahayana scripture.
*[[Confident faith]] ([[yi ches kyi dad pa]]). The third of the three kinds of faith which is unshakable confidence.
*[[Confident faith]] ([[yi ches kyi dad pa]]). The third of the three kinds of faith which is unshakable confidence.
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*[[Culminated Awareness]] ([[rig pa tshad phebs]]). The third of the four visions in Dzogchen.
*[[Culminated Awareness]] ([[rig pa tshad phebs]]). The third of the four visions in Dzogchen.
*[[Cyclic existence]] ([['khor ba]]). Commonly known as samsara.
*[[Cyclic existence]] ([['khor ba]]). Commonly known as samsara.
*[[Daily Practice Manual]] ([[rgyun gyi bkol byang]]). The condensed version of the guru sadhana of Lamey Thukdrub Barchey Kunsel.
*[[Daily Practice Manual]] ([[rgyun gyi bkol byang]]). The condensed version of the guru sadhana of Lamey Tukdrub Barchey Kunsel.
*[[Daily Practice Manual of Thukdrub]] ([[thugs sgrub rgyun gyi bkol byang]]). The condensed version of the guru sadhana of Lamey Thukdrub Barchey Kunsel.
*[[Daily Practice Manual of Tukdrub]] ([[thugs sgrub rgyun gyi bkol byang]]). The condensed version of the guru sadhana of Lamey Tukdrub Barchey Kunsel.
*[[Daka]] ([[dpa' bo]]). 1}. Emanation of the chief figure in the mandala to fulfill the four activities. 2}. Male enlightened practitioner of Vajrayana.
*[[Daka]] ([[dpa' bo]]). 1}. Emanation of the chief figure in the mandala to fulfill the four activities. 2}. Male enlightened practitioner of Vajrayana.
*[[Dakini and dharmapala, the roots of activity]] ([[mkha' 'gro chos skyong phrin las kyi rtsa ba]]).
*[[Dakini and dharmapala, the roots of activity]] ([[mkha' 'gro chos skyong phrin las kyi rtsa ba]]).
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*[[Dharmata Exhaustion Beyond Concepts]] ([[chos zad blo 'das]]). The fourth of the four visions in Dzogchen.
*[[Dharmata Exhaustion Beyond Concepts]] ([[chos zad blo 'das]]). The fourth of the four visions in Dzogchen.
*[[Discriminating wisdom]] ([[so sor rtog pa'i ye shes]]). One of the five wisdoms. The transmutation of attachment.
*[[Discriminating wisdom]] ([[so sor rtog pa'i ye shes]]). One of the five wisdoms. The transmutation of attachment.
*[[Dispeller of All Obstacles]] ([[bar chad kun sel]]). See 'Lamey Thukdrub Barchey Kunsel.'
*[[Dispeller of All Obstacles]] ([[bar chad kun sel]]). See 'Lamey Tukdrub Barchey Kunsel.'
*[[Disturbing emotion]] ([[nyon mongs pa]]). The five poisons of desire, anger, delusion, pride and envy which tire, disturb and torment one's mind.  
*[[Disturbing emotion]] ([[nyon mongs pa]]). The five poisons of desire, anger, delusion, pride and envy which tire, disturb and torment one's mind.  
*[[Do Khyentse Yeshe Dorje]] ([[mdo mkhyen brtse ye shes rdo rje]]). A great master and terton who was the mind emanation of Jigmey Lingpa.
*[[Do Khyentse Yeshe Dorje]] ([[mdo mkhyen brtse ye shes rdo rje]]). A great master and terton who was the mind emanation of Jigmey Lingpa.
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*[[Dorje Dudjom]] ([[rdo rje bdud 'joms]]). Same as Dorje Dudjom Tsal.
*[[Dorje Dudjom]] ([[rdo rje bdud 'joms]]). Same as Dorje Dudjom Tsal.
*[[Dorje Dudjom Tsal]] ([[rdo rje bdud 'joms rtsal]]). One of the 25 disciples of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Dorje Dudjom Tsal]] ([[rdo rje bdud 'joms rtsal]]). One of the 25 disciples of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Dorje Thotreng Tsal]] ([[rdo rje thod phreng rtsal]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Dorje Totreng Tsal]] ([[rdo rje thod phreng rtsal]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Drekpa]] ([[dregs pa]]). A certain type of malevolent spirit.
*[[Drekpa]] ([[dregs pa]]). A certain type of malevolent spirit.
*[[Drigung Kyobpa]] ([[bri gung skyob pa]]). A great master of the Drigung Kagyu lineage.
*[[Drigung Kyobpa]] ([[bri gung skyob pa]]). A great master of the Drigung Kagyu lineage.
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*[[Enlightenment]] ([[byang chub]]). Usually the same as the state of buddhahood but sometimes also the lower stages of enlightenment of an arhant or pratyekabuddha.
*[[Enlightenment]] ([[byang chub]]). Usually the same as the state of buddhahood but sometimes also the lower stages of enlightenment of an arhant or pratyekabuddha.
*[[Enthusiastic faith]] ([[dang ba'i dad pa]]). One the three kinds of faith. A sense of strong admiration.
*[[Enthusiastic faith]] ([[dang ba'i dad pa]]). One the three kinds of faith. A sense of strong admiration.
*[[Essence Practice]] ([[phrin las snying po]]). A longer version of guru sadhana according to Lamey Thukdrub Barchey Kunsel.
*[[Essence Practice]] ([[phrin las snying po]]). A longer version of guru sadhana according to Lamey Tukdrub Barchey Kunsel.
*[[Essence, nature and function]] ([[ngo bo rang bzhin thugs rje]]). The three aspects of the sugatagarbha according to the Dzogchen system. Essence]] ([[ngo bo]]). is the primordially pure wisdom of emptiness. The nature]] ([[rang bzhin]]). is the spontaneously present wisdom of cognizance]] ([[gsal ba]]). The function]] ([[thugs rje]]). is the all-pervasive wisdom of indivisibility. This is, ultimately, the identity of the Three Roots, the Three Jewels and the three kayas.
*[[Essence, nature and function]] ([[ngo bo rang bzhin thugs rje]]). The three aspects of the sugatagarbha according to the Dzogchen system. Essence ([[ngo bo]]). is the [[primordially pure wisdom of emptiness]]. The nature ([[rang bzhin]]). is the [[spontaneously present wisdom of cognizance]] ([[gsal ba]]). The function ([[thugs rje]]). is the [[all-pervasive wisdom of indivisibility]]. This is, ultimately, the identity of the Three Roots, the Three Jewels and the three kayas.
*[[Eternalism]] ([[rtag lta]]). The belief that there is a permanent and causeless creator of everything; in particular, that one's identity or consciousness has a concrete essence which is independent, everlasting and singular.
*[[Eternalism]] ([[rtag lta]]). The belief that there is a permanent and causeless creator of everything; in particular, that one's identity or consciousness has a concrete essence which is independent, everlasting and singular.
*[[Ever Excellent Vidyadhara]] ([[kun bzang rig 'dzin]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Ever Excellent Vidyadhara]] ([[kun bzang rig 'dzin]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
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*[[Extensive, medium or condensed root empowerments]] ([[rtsa dbang rgyas 'bring bsdus gsum]]). These empowerments can be received from any master who holds the lineage.
*[[Extensive, medium or condensed root empowerments]] ([[rtsa dbang rgyas 'bring bsdus gsum]]). These empowerments can be received from any master who holds the lineage.
*[[Family lord]] ([[rigs kyi bdag po]]). The chief figure of that particular buddha family.
*[[Family lord]] ([[rigs kyi bdag po]]). The chief figure of that particular buddha family.
*[[Feast offering]] ([[tshogs kyi 'khor lo]]),]] ([[tshogs kyi mchod pa]]), Skt. ganachakra]]).
*[[Feast offering]] ([[tshogs kyi 'khor lo]]), ([[tshogs kyi mchod pa]]), Skt. [[ganachakra]].
*[[Female classes]] ([[mo rgyud]]). One of the three classes of Dharma protectors.
*[[Female classes]] ([[mo rgyud]]). One of the three classes of Dharma protectors.
*[[Field of Accumulation]] ([[tshogs zhing]]). The Three Jewels three roots and the three kayas.
*[[Field of Accumulation]] ([[tshogs zhing]]). The Three Jewels three roots and the three kayas.
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*[[Four kayas]] ([[sku bzhi]]). The three kayas in addition to sva-bhavikakaya.
*[[Four kayas]] ([[sku bzhi]]). The three kayas in addition to sva-bhavikakaya.
*[[Four kinds of activities]] ([[phrin las rnam pa bzhi]]). See Four activities.
*[[Four kinds of activities]] ([[phrin las rnam pa bzhi]]). See Four activities.
*[[Four major sets of teaching]] ([[skor tsho chen po rnam pa bzhi]]). Four divisions of Lamey Thukdrub Barchey Kunsel: The root tantra Sheldam Nyingjang including branch sadhanas, the three versions of Guru Sadhana, the three Concise Manuals and the sadhanas for the Four Divinities who Dispel Obstacles - Tara, Achala, Dorje Bechon and Mewa Tsekpa.
*[[Four major sets of teaching]] ([[skor tsho chen po rnam pa bzhi]]). Four divisions of Lamey Tukdrub Barchey Kunsel: The root tantra Sheldam Nyingjang including branch sadhanas, the three versions of Guru Sadhana, the three Concise Manuals and the sadhanas for the Four Divinities who Dispel Obstacles - Tara, Achala, Dorje Bechon and Mewa Tsekpa.
*[[Four Maras]] ([[bdud bzhi]]). Lord of Death, Godly Son, Klesha and Skandha.
*[[Four Maras]] ([[bdud bzhi]]). Lord of Death, Godly Son, Klesha and Skandha.
*[[Four means of magnetizing]] ([[bsdu ba'i dngos po bzhi]]). Generosity, pleasing speech, appropriate teachings and consistency in behavior.
*[[Four means of magnetizing]] ([[bsdu ba'i dngos po bzhi]]). Generosity, pleasing speech, appropriate teachings and consistency in behavior.
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*[[Four sessions]] ([[thun bzhi]]). Dawn, morning, afternoon and evening.
*[[Four sessions]] ([[thun bzhi]]). Dawn, morning, afternoon and evening.
*[[Four vidyadhara levels]] ([[rig 'dzin rnam pa bzhi'i go 'phang]]). See Four vidyadharas.
*[[Four vidyadhara levels]] ([[rig 'dzin rnam pa bzhi'i go 'phang]]). See Four vidyadharas.
*[[Four vidyadharas]] ([[rig 'dzin bzhi]]). The four knowledge-holders or masters on the four stages of the tantric path of mahayoga. The four vidyadhara levels are: fully matured, life-mastery, great seal and spontaneously accomplished.]] ([[rnam smin, tshe dbang, phyag chen, lhun grub]]).
*[[Four vidyadharas]] ([[rig 'dzin bzhi]]). The four knowledge-holders or masters on the four stages of the tantric path of mahayoga. The four vidyadhara levels are: [[fully matured vidyadhara]], [[life-mastery vidyadhara]], [[great seal vidyadhara]] and [[spontaneously accomplished vidyadhara.]] ([[rnam smin rig 'dzin i]]), ([[rig tshe dbang rig 'dzin i]]), ([[rig phyag chen rig 'dzin i]]), ([[rig lhun grub rig 'dzin]]).
*[[Four visions]] ([[snang ba bzhi]]). Four stages in Dzogchen practice: manifest dharmata, increased experience, awareness reaching fullness and exhaustion of concepts and phenomena.
*[[Four visions]] ([[snang ba bzhi]]). Four stages in Dzogchen practice: manifest dharmata, increased experience, awareness reaching fullness and exhaustion of concepts and phenomena.
*[[Fourth empowerment]] ([[dbang bzhi pa]]). Also known as the precious word empowerment]] ([[tshig dbang rin po che]]).
*[[Fourth empowerment]] ([[dbang bzhi pa]]). Also known as the [[precious word empowerment]] ([[tshig dbang rin po che]]).
*[[Free and well-favored human form]] ([[dal 'byor gyi mi lus]]). A human existence endowed with the eight freedoms and ten riches.
*[[Free and well-favored human form]] ([[dal 'byor gyi mi lus]]). A human existence endowed with the eight freedoms and ten riches.
*[[Fruition of unity]] ([[zung 'jug gi 'bras bu]]). Complete enlightenment, the unified level of a vajra holder.
*[[Fruition of unity]] ([[zung 'jug gi 'bras bu]]). Complete enlightenment, the unified level of a vajra holder.
*[[Gar Drubchen An accomplished Tibetan master who was an emanation of Nagarjuna.
*[[Gar Drubchen]] An accomplished Tibetan master who was an emanation of Nagarjuna.
*[[Garab Dorje]] ([[dga' rab rdo rje]]), Prahevajra/ Pramoda Vajra. The forefather of the Dzogchen lineage who received the transmission from Vajrasattva.
*[[Garab Dorje]] ([[dga' rab rdo rje]]), Prahevajra/ Pramoda Vajra. The forefather of the Dzogchen lineage who received the transmission from Vajrasattva.
*[[General preliminaries]] ([[thun mong gi sngon 'gro]]). Same as the Four Mind-changings.
*[[General preliminaries]] ([[thun mong gi sngon 'gro]]). Same as the Four Mind-changings.
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*[[Glorious Wrathful One, the nine-faced]] ([[dpal chen khro bo dbu dgu]]). The miraculously appeared image of Chemchok Heruka in the form of a mountain in Kham.
*[[Glorious Wrathful One, the nine-faced]] ([[dpal chen khro bo dbu dgu]]). The miraculously appeared image of Chemchok Heruka in the form of a mountain in Kham.
*[[Glowing Turquoise Room]] ([[g.yu zhal 'bar ba]]). The shrine room on the second story in Samye.
*[[Glowing Turquoise Room]] ([[g.yu zhal 'bar ba]]). The shrine room on the second story in Samye.
*[[Godaniya One of the four continents.
*[[Godaniya]]. One of the four continents.
*[[Good Aeon]] ([[bskal pa bzang po, bhadrakalpa]]). This present aeon in which one thousand buddhas will appear.
*[[Good Aeon]] ([[bskal pa bzang po, bhadrakalpa]]). This present aeon in which one thousand buddhas will appear.
*[[Grasping and fixation]] ([[gzung 'dzin]]). They refer to the duality of an object perceived and the mind that perceives it.
*[[Grasping and fixation]] ([[gzung 'dzin]]). They refer to the duality of an object perceived and the mind that perceives it.
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*[[Great Orgyen]] ([[o rgyan chen po]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Great Orgyen]] ([[o rgyan chen po]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Great Perfection]] ([[rdzogs pa chen po]]), mahasandhi/ maha ati. The third of the three inner tantras. See 'Dzogchen.'
*[[Great Perfection]] ([[rdzogs pa chen po]]), mahasandhi/ maha ati. The third of the three inner tantras. See 'Dzogchen.'
*[[Great treasure revealer]] ([[gter chen]]),]] ([[gter ston chen po]]). Same as Chokgyur Lingpa.
*[[Great treasure revealer]] ([[gter chen]]), ([[gter ston chen po]]). Same as Chokgyur Lingpa.
*[[Greater and lesser vehicles]] ([[theg pa che chung]]). Mahayana and Hinayana.
*[[Greater and lesser vehicles]] ([[theg pa che chung]]). Mahayana and Hinayana.
*[[Guhyamantra]] ([[gsang sngags]]). Synonymous with Vajrayana or tantric teachings. Guhya means secret, both concealed and self-secret. Mantra in this context means supreme, excellent or praiseworthy.
*[[Guhyamantra]] ([[gsang sngags]]). Synonymous with Vajrayana or tantric teachings. Guhya means secret, both concealed and self-secret. Mantra in this context means supreme, excellent or praiseworthy.
*[[Guna Skt,]] ([[yon tan]]). Same as Jamgon Kongtrul the First, Lodro Thaye.
*[[Guna]] ([[yon tan]]). Skt., Same as Jamgon Kongtrul the First, Lodro Thaye.
*[[Guru]] ([[bla ma]]). Spiritual teacher.
*[[Guru]] ([[bla ma]]). Spiritual teacher.
*[[Guru Padma]] ([[gu ru pad ma]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Guru Padma]] ([[gu ru pad ma]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
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*[[Gyalwa Choyang]] ([[rgyal ba mchog dbyangs]]). A close disciple of Guru Rinpoche who realized Hayagriva and later was incarnated as the Karmapas.
*[[Gyalwa Choyang]] ([[rgyal ba mchog dbyangs]]). A close disciple of Guru Rinpoche who realized Hayagriva and later was incarnated as the Karmapas.
*[[Gyalwey Dungdzin]] ([[rgyal ba'i gdung 'dzin]]). One of the twelve manifestations.
*[[Gyalwey Dungdzin]] ([[rgyal ba'i gdung 'dzin]]). One of the twelve manifestations.
*[[Gyungyi Koljang]] ([[rgyun gyi bkol byang]]). Same as the Daily Practice Manual of Thukdrub.
*[[Gyungyi Koljang]] ([[rgyun gyi bkol byang]]). Same as the Daily Practice Manual of Tukdrub.
*[[Gyurmey Ngedon Wangpo]] ([['gyur med nges don dbang po]]). One of the teachers of H.H. Dudjom Rinpoche.
*[[Gyurmey Ngedon Wangpo]] ([['gyur med nges don dbang po]]). One of the teachers of H.H. Dudjom Rinpoche.
*[[Gyurmey Thekchok Tenpey Gyaltsen]] ([['gyur med theg mchog bstan pa'i rgyal mtshan]]). A name of His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche.
*[[Gyurmey Thekchok Tenpey Gyaltsen]] ([['gyur med theg mchog bstan pa'i rgyal mtshan]]). A name of His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche.
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*[[Hevajra Tantra]] ([[kye rdo rje'i rgyud]]). A tantra of Anuttara Yoga.
*[[Hevajra Tantra]] ([[kye rdo rje'i rgyud]]). A tantra of Anuttara Yoga.
*[[Higher realms]] ([[mtho ris]]). The three higher realms of humans, demi-gods, and gods.
*[[Higher realms]] ([[mtho ris]]). The three higher realms of humans, demi-gods, and gods.
*[[His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche]] ([[skyabs rje mdil sgo mkhyen brtse rin po che]]). One of the greatest living Buddhist masters. He resides in Bhutan and Bou-dhanath, Nepal.  
*[[His Holiness Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche]] ([[skyabs rje mdil sgo mkhyen brtse rin po che]]). One of the greatest living Buddhist masters. He resides in Bhutan and Boudhanath, Nepal.  
*[[Hinayana]] ([[theg pa dman pa]]). The vehicles focused on contemplation of the four noble truths and the twelve links of dependent origination for the sake of individual liberation.
*[[Hinayana]] ([[theg pa dman pa]]). The vehicles focused on contemplation of the four noble truths and the twelve links of dependent origination for the sake of individual liberation.
*[[Horse Neigher]] ([[rta skad 'tsher]]). Same as Hayagriva]] ([[rta mgrin]]).
*[[Horse Neigher]] ([[rta skad 'tsher]]). Same as [[Hayagriva]] ([[rta mgrin]]).
*[[Hrih. Skt. The seed syllable of the lotus family.
*[[Hrih]]. Skt. The seed syllable of the lotus family.
*[[Hundred syllables]] ([[yig brgya]]). The long mantra of Vajrasattva.
*[[Hundred syllables]] ([[yig brgya]]). The long mantra of Vajrasattva.
*[[Hundred tertons]] ([[gter ston brgya rtsa]]). The hundred treasure revealers predicted by Guru Rinpoche to spread his teachings in the future.
*[[Hundred tertons]] ([[gter ston brgya rtsa]]). The hundred treasure revealers predicted by Guru Rinpoche to spread his teachings in the future.
*[[Immaculate Confession Tantra]] ([[dri med bshags rgyud]]).
*[[Immaculate Confession Tantra]] ([[dri med bshags rgyud]]).
*[[Immortal Thotreng Tsal]] ([['chi med thod phreng rtsal]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Immortal Totreng Tsal]] ([['chi med thod phreng rtsal]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Immortal vajra samadhi]] ([['chi med rdo rje'i ting nge 'dzin]]). The indestructible composure of the Buddha of Limitless Life, Amitayus.
*[[Immortal vajra samadhi]] ([['chi med rdo rje'i ting nge 'dzin]]). The indestructible composure of the Buddha of Limitless Life, Amitayus.
*[[Immortal Vidyadhara]] ([['chi med rig 'dzin]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Immortal Vidyadhara]] ([['chi med rig 'dzin]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
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*[[Jamgon Lama]] ([['jam mgon bla ma]]). In this case the name refers to Mipham Rinpoche.
*[[Jamgon Lama]] ([['jam mgon bla ma]]). In this case the name refers to Mipham Rinpoche.
*[[Jampal Shenyen]] ([['jam dpal bshes gnyen]]). A great Indian pandita who became the chief disciple of Garab Dorje. His sanskrit name is Manjushrimitra.
*[[Jampal Shenyen]] ([['jam dpal bshes gnyen]]). A great Indian pandita who became the chief disciple of Garab Dorje. His sanskrit name is Manjushrimitra.
*[[Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo]] ([['jam dbyangs mkhyen brtse'i dbang po]]).]] ([[1820-1892]]). A great master of the last century and close friend, guru and disciple of Chokgyur Lingpa.
*[[Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo]] ([['jam dbyangs mkhyen brtse'i dbang po]]). (1820-1892). A great master of the last century and close friend, guru and disciple of Chokgyur Lingpa.
*[[Jigdrel Yeshe Dorje]] ([['jigs bral ye shes rdo rje]]). His Holiness Dudjom Rinpoche.
*[[Jigdrel Yeshe Dorje]] ([['jigs bral ye shes rdo rje]]). His Holiness Dudjom Rinpoche.
*[[Jina]] ([[rgyal ba]]). Victorious One. Same as a buddha; one who has conquered over the four maras.
*[[Jina]] ([[rgyal ba]]). Victorious One. Same as a buddha; one who has conquered over the four maras.
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*[[Karma Ngawang Samten Yeshe Gyamtso]] ([[karma ngag dbang bsam gtan ye shes rgya mtsho]]). He is also known as Ngaktrin Rinpoche or Samten Gyatso, the root guru of Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche.
*[[Karma Ngawang Samten Yeshe Gyamtso]] ([[karma ngag dbang bsam gtan ye shes rgya mtsho]]). He is also known as Ngaktrin Rinpoche or Samten Gyatso, the root guru of Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche.
*[[Karma and disturbing emotions]] ([[las dang nyon mongs pa]]). These two comprise the truth of origin.
*[[Karma and disturbing emotions]] ([[las dang nyon mongs pa]]). These two comprise the truth of origin.
*[[Kaurava. Skt. One of the four subcontinents.
*[[Kaurava]]. Skt. One of the four subcontinents.
*[[Kaya]] ([[sku]]). 'Body' in the sense of a body or embodiment of numerous qualities.
*[[Kaya]] ([[sku]]). 'Body' in the sense of a body or embodiment of numerous qualities.
*[[Kayas and wisdoms]] ([[sku dang ye shes]]). The four kayas and five wisdoms.
*[[Kayas and wisdoms]] ([[sku dang ye shes]]). The four kayas and five wisdoms.
*[[Khakyab Dorje]] ([[mkha' khyab rdo rje]]). The fifteenth Karmapa, one of the predicted lineage holders of Chokgyur Lingpa's termas. See 'The History of the Karmapas, Prajna Press.'
*[[Khakyab Dorje]] ([[mkha' khyab rdo rje]]). The fifteenth Karmapa, one of the predicted lineage holders of Chokgyur Lingpa's termas. See 'The History of the Karmapas, Prajna Press.'
*[[Khakyab Rangjung Dorje]] ([[mkha' khyab rang byung rdo rje]]). Same as Khakyab Dorje.
*[[Khakyab Rangjung Dorje]] ([[mkha' khyab rang byung rdo rje]]). Same as Khakyab Dorje.
*[[Khatvanga. Skt. A tantric staff.
*[[Khatvanga]]. Skt. A tantric staff.
*[[Khenchen Bodhisattva]] ([[mkhan chen bo dhi sa tva]]). See Shantarakshita.
*[[Khenchen Bodhisattva]] ([[mkhan chen bo dhi sa tva]]). See Shantarakshita.
*[[Khenpo]] ([[mkhan po]]). A title for having completed the major course of studies of about ten years of the traditional branches of Buddhist philosophy, logic, vinaya and so forth. Can also mean abbot of a monastery or the preceptor from whom one receives ordination.
*[[Khenpo]] ([[mkhan po]]). A title for having completed the major course of studies of about ten years of the traditional branches of Buddhist philosophy, logic, vinaya and so forth. Can also mean abbot of a monastery or the preceptor from whom one receives ordination.
*[[Khenpo Karma Ratna Wangchuk]] ([[mkhan po ka rma rat na dbang phyug]]). See Karmey Khenpo Rinchen Dargye.
*[[Khenpo Karma Ratna Wangchuk]] ([[mkhan po ka rma rat na dbang phyug]]). See Karmey Khenpo Rinchen Dargye.
*[[Khyentse (Wangpo I). Same as Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo.
*[[Khyentse]] (Wangpo I). Same as Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo.
*[[Khyentse Oser]] ([[mkhyen brtse'i 'od zer]]). Here the name refers to H.H. Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche.
*[[Khyentse Oser]] ([[mkhyen brtse'i 'od zer]]). Here the name refers to H.H. Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche.
*[[Khyentse Wangpo]] ([[mkhyen brtse'i dbang po]]). Same as Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo.
*[[Khyentse Wangpo]] ([[mkhyen brtse'i dbang po]]). Same as Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo.
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*[[Kundu]] ([[kun 'dus]]). A tantric scripture.
*[[Kundu]] ([[kun 'dus]]). A tantric scripture.
*[[Kunkhyen Lama Dorje Siji Tsal]] ([[kun mkhyen bla ma rdo rje gzi brjid rtsal]]). Same as Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo.
*[[Kunkhyen Lama Dorje Siji Tsal]] ([[kun mkhyen bla ma rdo rje gzi brjid rtsal]]). Same as Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo.
*[[Kurava. Skt. One of the four subcontinents.  
*[[Kurava]]. Skt. One of the four subcontinents.  
*[[Kyechok Tsulsang]] ([[skyes mchog tshul bzang]]). One of the 12 manifestations of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Kyechok Tsulsang]] ([[skyes mchog tshul bzang]]). One of the 12 manifestations of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Kyepar Phakpey Rigdzin]] ([[khyad par 'phags pa'i rig 'dzin]]). One of the 12 manifestations of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Kyepar Phakpey Rigdzin]] ([[khyad par 'phags pa'i rig 'dzin]]). One of the 12 manifestations of Guru Rinpoche.
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*[[Lake-born Vajra]] ([[mtsho skyes rdo rje]]). One of the names of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Lake-born Vajra]] ([[mtsho skyes rdo rje]]). One of the names of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Lamenting Confession of Rudra]] ([[ru dra sme bshags]]). Extracted from the Immaculate Confession Tantra.
*[[Lamenting Confession of Rudra]] ([[ru dra sme bshags]]). Extracted from the Immaculate Confession Tantra.
*[[Lamey Thukdrub Barchey Kunsel]] ([[bla ma'i thugs grub bar chad kun sel]]). The main cycle of terma teachings revealed by Chokgyur Lingpa. See 'Barchey Kunsel.'  
*[[Lamey Tukdrub Barchey Kunsel]] ([[bla ma'i thugs grub bar chad kun sel]]). The main cycle of terma teachings revealed by Chokgyur Lingpa. See 'Barchey Kunsel.'  
*[[Land of Snow]] ([[gangs can gyi yul]]). Same as Tibet.
*[[Land of Snow]] ([[gangs can gyi yul]]). Same as Tibet.
*[[Langdro Lotsawa]] ([[glang 'gro lo tsa ba]]). One of the twenty-five disciples of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Langdro Lotsawa]] ([[glang 'gro lo tsa ba]]). One of the twenty-five disciples of Guru Rinpoche.
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*[[Maha]] ([[rnal 'byor chen po]]). The first of the three inner tantras. See 'Mahayoga.'
*[[Maha]] ([[rnal 'byor chen po]]). The first of the three inner tantras. See 'Mahayoga.'
*[[Maha Ati]] ([[rdzogs chen]]). The third of the three inner tantras. Same as 'Dzogchen.'
*[[Maha Ati]] ([[rdzogs chen]]). The third of the three inner tantras. Same as 'Dzogchen.'
*[[Mahaguru Orgyen Thotrengtsal]] ([[ma ha gu ru o rgyan thod phreng rtsal]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Mahaguru Orgyen Totrengtsal]] ([[ma ha gu ru o rgyan thod phreng rtsal]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Mahaguru Padma Thotreng tsal]] ([[ma ha gu ru pad ma thod phreng rtsal]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Mahaguru Padma Totreng tsal]] ([[ma ha gu ru pad ma thod phreng rtsal]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Mahaguru Padmakara]] ([[ma ha gu ru pad ma 'byung gnas]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Mahaguru Padmakara]] ([[ma ha gu ru pad ma 'byung gnas]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Mahamudra Bindu. Skt. A tantric text.
*[[Mahamudra Bindu]]. Skt. A tantric text.
*[[Mahayana]] ([[theg pa chen po]]). The vehicle of bodhisattvas striving for perfect enlightenment for the sake of all beings. For a detailed explanation, see Maitreya's Abhi-samayalamkara.
*[[Mahayana]] ([[theg pa chen po]]). The vehicle of bodhisattvas striving for perfect enlightenment for the sake of all beings. For a detailed explanation, see Maitreya's Abhi-samayalamkara.
*[[Mahayoga]] ([[rnal 'byor chen po]]). The first of the 'three inner tantras.' It empasizes the development stage.
*[[Mahayoga]] ([[rnal 'byor chen po]]). The first of the 'three inner tantras.' It empasizes the development stage.
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*[[Mandala]] ([[dkyil 'khor]]). Literally means 'center and surrounding,' but should be understood according to context. Usually a deity along with its surrounding environment.
*[[Mandala]] ([[dkyil 'khor]]). Literally means 'center and surrounding,' but should be understood according to context. Usually a deity along with its surrounding environment.
*[[Mandala circle]] ([[dkyil 'khor gyi 'khor lo]]). A gathering of deities as one mandala.
*[[Mandala circle]] ([[dkyil 'khor gyi 'khor lo]]). A gathering of deities as one mandala.
*[[Mandarava. Skt. Princess of Sahor and close disciple of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Mandarava]]. Skt. Princess of Sahor and close disciple of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Manifest dharmata]] ([[chos nyid mngon sum]]). The first of the four visions in Dzogchen practice.
*[[Manifest dharmata]] ([[chos nyid mngon sum]]). The first of the four visions in Dzogchen practice.
*[[Manjugosha]] ([[Khyentse I]]). Same as Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo.
*[[Manjugosha]] ([[Khyentse I]]). Same as Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo.
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*[[Mantrayana]] ([[sngags kyi theg pa]]). Synonym for Secret Mantra or Vajrayana.
*[[Mantrayana]] ([[sngags kyi theg pa]]). Synonym for Secret Mantra or Vajrayana.
*[[Mantrika]] ([[sngags pa]]). A practitioner of Vajrayana.
*[[Mantrika]] ([[sngags pa]]). A practitioner of Vajrayana.
*[[Maratika The sacred place in eastern Nepal where Guru Rinpoche was blessed with immortal life by Buddha Amitayus.  
*[[Maratika]]. The sacred place in eastern Nepal where Guru Rinpoche was blessed with immortal life by Buddha Amitayus.  
*[[Marks and signs]] ([[mtshan dpe]]). The 32 major and 80 minor marks of excellence of a buddha.
*[[Marks and signs]] ([[mtshan dpe]]). The 32 major and 80 minor marks of excellence of a buddha.
*[[Mawey Senge]] ([[smra ba'i seng ge]]). Lion of Speech. One of the 12 manifestations of Guru Rinpoche. He is Guru Rinpoche inseparable from Manjushri.
*[[Mawey Senge]] ([[smra ba'i seng ge]]). Lion of Speech. One of the 12 manifestations of Guru Rinpoche. He is Guru Rinpoche inseparable from Manjushri.
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*[[Mudra of equanimity]] ([[mnyam bzhag gi phyag rgya]]). The hands placed in the gesture of meditation.
*[[Mudra of equanimity]] ([[mnyam bzhag gi phyag rgya]]). The hands placed in the gesture of meditation.
*[[Mudra of expounding the Dharma]] ([[chos 'chad pa'i phyag rgya]]).  
*[[Mudra of expounding the Dharma]] ([[chos 'chad pa'i phyag rgya]]).  
*[[Muney Tsenpo. Son of King Trisong Deutsen.
*[[Muney Tsenpo]]. Son of King Trisong Deutsen.
*[[Murub Tsenpo. Son of King Trisong Deutsen.
*[[Murub Tsenpo]]. Son of King Trisong Deutsen.
*[[Mutri Tsenpo. Son of King Trisong Deutsen.
*[[Mutri Tsenpo]]. Son of King Trisong Deutsen.
*[[Mysteries of body, speech and mind]] ([[sku gsung thugs kyi gsang ba]]). The vajra body, speech and mind.
*[[Mysteries of body, speech and mind]] ([[sku gsung thugs kyi gsang ba]]). The vajra body, speech and mind.
*[[Nadi and prana]] ([[rtsa rlung]]). The channels and energies; as one term, they refer to the exercises of Anu Yoga.
*[[Nadi and prana]] ([[rtsa rlung]]). The channels and energies; as one term, they refer to the exercises of Anu Yoga.
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*[[Namkhai Nyingpo]] ([[nam mkha'i snying po]]). One of the 25 disciples of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Namkhai Nyingpo]] ([[nam mkha'i snying po]]). One of the 25 disciples of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Namo Guru]] ([[bla ma la phyag 'tshal lo]]). Homage to the master!
*[[Namo Guru]] ([[bla ma la phyag 'tshal lo]]). Homage to the master!
*[[Namo Guru Padmakaraya. Skt. Homage to Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Namo Guru Padmakaraya]]. Skt. Homage to Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Nampar Nangdze Vairocana]] ([[rnam par snang mdzad bai ro tsa na]]). The great translator and disciple of both Shri Singha and Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Nampar Nangdze Vairocana]] ([[rnam par snang mdzad bai ro tsa na]]). The great translator and disciple of both Shri Singha and Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Namshelma]] ([[gnam zhal ma]]). The Sky-faced One The consort of Kalden Drendsey.
*[[Namshelma]] ([[gnam zhal ma]]). The Sky-faced One The consort of Kalden Drendsey.
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*[[Old and New Schools]] ([[rnying ma, gsar ma]]). See New and Old Schools.
*[[Old and New Schools]] ([[rnying ma, gsar ma]]). See New and Old Schools.
*[[Old School of the Early Translations]] ([[snga 'gyur rnying ma]]). The Nyingma School.
*[[Old School of the Early Translations]] ([[snga 'gyur rnying ma]]). The Nyingma School.
*[[Om svasti. Skt. An expression of auspiciousness.
*[[Om svasti]]. Skt. An expression of auspiciousness.
*[[Omniscience]] ([[rnam mkhyen]]),]] ([[thams cad mkhyen pa]]). Same as complete enlightenment or buddhahood.
*[[Omniscience]] ([[rnam mkhyen]]),]] ([[thams cad mkhyen pa]]). Same as complete enlightenment or buddhahood.
*[[Oral Instruction Lamrim Yeshe Nyingpo]] ([[zhal gdams lam rim ye shes snying po]]). The Wisdom Essence, a most precious, concise and profound teaching by Guru Rinpoche which condenses the entire path. Praised by Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo as being more valuable than thirty yak loads of scriptures. Together with a commentary by Jamgon Kongtrul, it comprises the last volume in both the Rinchen Terdzo and the Chokling Tersar.
*[[Oral Instruction Lamrim Yeshe Nyingpo]] ([[zhal gdams lam rim ye shes snying po]]). The Wisdom Essence, a most precious, concise and profound teaching by Guru Rinpoche which condenses the entire path. Praised by Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo as being more valuable than thirty yak loads of scriptures. Together with a commentary by Jamgon Kongtrul, it comprises the last volume in both the Rinchen Terdzo and the Chokling Tersar.
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*[[Orgyen Padmakara]] ([[o rgyan pad ma ka ra]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Orgyen Padmakara]] ([[o rgyan pad ma ka ra]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Orgyen Rinpoche]] ([[o rgyan rin po che]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Orgyen Rinpoche]] ([[o rgyan rin po che]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Orgyen Thotreng Tsal]] ([[o rgyan thod phreng rtsal]]). The secret name of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Orgyen Totreng Tsal]] ([[o rgyan thod phreng rtsal]]). The secret name of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Orgyen Tsewang Chokdrup]] ([[o rgyan tshe dbang mchog grub]]). The name of Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche.
*[[Orgyen Tsewang Chokdrup]] ([[o rgyan tshe dbang mchog grub]]). The name of Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche.
*[[Ornament of Jambudvipa]] ([['dzam gling gi rgyan]]). Same as 'Dzamling Gyenchok.'
*[[Ornament of Jambudvipa]] ([['dzam gling gi rgyan]]). Same as 'Dzamling Gyenchok.'
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*[[Outer obstacles]] ([[phyi'i bar chad]]). Sickness etc.
*[[Outer obstacles]] ([[phyi'i bar chad]]). Sickness etc.
*[[Outer, inner and secret mandalas]] ([[phyi nang gsang gsum gyi man dal]]).
*[[Outer, inner and secret mandalas]] ([[phyi nang gsang gsum gyi man dal]]).
*[[Outer, inner and secret obstacles. See explanation of Barchey Kunsel above.
*[[Outer, inner and secret obstacles]]. See explanation of Barchey Kunsel above.
*[[Padma]] ([[pad ma]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Padma]] ([[pad ma]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Padma Do-ngak Lingpa]] ([[padma mdo sngags gling pa]]). The terton name of Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo.
*[[Padma Do-ngak Lingpa]] ([[padma mdo sngags gling pa]]). The terton name of Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo.
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*[[Padma Tennyi Yungdrung Lingpa]] ([[padma bstan gnyis g.yung drung gling pa]]). The terton name of Jamgon Kongtrul Lodro Thaye.
*[[Padma Tennyi Yungdrung Lingpa]] ([[padma bstan gnyis g.yung drung gling pa]]). The terton name of Jamgon Kongtrul Lodro Thaye.
*[[Padma Thongdrol]] ([[padma mthong grol]]). The crown that liberates when seen worn by Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Padma Thongdrol]] ([[padma mthong grol]]). The crown that liberates when seen worn by Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Padma Thotreng Tsal]] ([[padma thod phreng rtsal]]). The secret name of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Padma Totreng Tsal]] ([[padma thod phreng rtsal]]). The secret name of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Padma Vajra]] ([[padma badzra]]). See Dechen Gyalpo.
*[[Padma Vajra]] ([[padma badzra]]). See Dechen Gyalpo.
*[[Padmajala]] ([[padma drva ba]]). The name of the pure land of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Padmajala]] ([[padma drva ba]]). The name of the pure land of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Padmakara]] ([[padma 'byung gnas]]). 'Lotus-born.' Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Padmakara]] ([[padma 'byung gnas]]). 'Lotus-born.' Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Padmakara Thotreng tsal]] ([[padma ka ra thod phreng rtsal]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Padmakara Totreng tsal]] ([[padma ka ra thod phreng rtsal]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Padmasambhava]] ([[padma 'byung gnas]]). 'Originated from a Lotus.' Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Padmasambhava]] ([[padma 'byung gnas]]). 'Originated from a Lotus.' Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Pandita]] ([[mkhas pa]]). A learned master. Scholar, professor in Buddhist philosophy.
*[[Pandita]] ([[mkhas pa]]). A learned master. Scholar, professor in Buddhist philosophy.
*[[Pandita of Yanglesho]] ([[yang le shod kyi pan di ta]]). One of the 12 manifestations.
*[[Pandita of Yanglesho]] ([[yang le shod kyi pan di ta]]). One of the 12 manifestations.
*[[Particular samayas]] ([[khyad par gyi dam tshig]]).
*[[Particular samayas]] ([[khyad par gyi dam tshig]]).
*[[Path of the two stages]] ([[rim gnyis kyi lam]]). The two stages of development and completion which are the means and knowledge]] ([[prajna and upaya]]). of Vajrayana practice.
*[[Path of the two stages]] ([[rim gnyis kyi lam]]). The two stages of development and completion which are the [[means and knowledge]] ([[prajna and upaya]]). of Vajrayana practice.
*[[Paths]] ([[lam]]). The five paths of accumulation, of joining, of seeing, of cultivation and of no more learning.
*[[Paths]] ([[lam]]). The five paths of accumulation, of joining, of seeing, of cultivation and of no more learning.
*[[Paths and bhumis]] ([[sa lam]]). The five paths and the ten bodhisattva levels.
*[[Paths and bhumis]] ([[sa lam]]). The five paths and the ten bodhisattva levels.
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*[[Pema Jungney]] ([[pad ma 'byung gnas]]). One of the 12 manifestations.
*[[Pema Jungney]] ([[pad ma 'byung gnas]]). One of the 12 manifestations.
*[[Perfect buddhahood]] ([[rdzogs pa'i sangs rgyas]]). The extinction of all faults and obscurations and the perfection of all enlightened qualities.
*[[Perfect buddhahood]] ([[rdzogs pa'i sangs rgyas]]). The extinction of all faults and obscurations and the perfection of all enlightened qualities.
*[[Phadampa]] ([[pha dam pa]]). An Indian mahasiddha who brought the Shijey]] ([[zhi byed]]). teachings to Tibet.
*[[Phadampa]] ([[pha dam pa]]). An Indian mahasiddha who brought the [[Shijey]] ([[zhi byed]]) teachings to Tibet.
*[[Phenomena]] ([[chos, snang ba]]). Anything that can be experienced, thought of or known.
*[[Phenomena]] ([[chos, snang ba]]). Anything that can be experienced, thought of or known.
*[[Power of remorse]] ([[sun 'byin pa'i stobs.
*[[Power of remorse]] ([[sun 'byin pa'i stobs]]).
*[[Power of resolution]] ([[dam bca' ba'i stobs]]).
*[[Power of resolution]] ([[dam bca' ba'i stobs]]).
*[[Power of support]] ([[rten gyi stobs]]).
*[[Power of support]] ([[rten gyi stobs]]).
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*[[Primordial Protector]] ([[mdod ma'i mgon po]]). The originally enlightened one, the adi-buddha. Same as the dharmakaya buddha, Samantabhadra.
*[[Primordial Protector]] ([[mdod ma'i mgon po]]). The originally enlightened one, the adi-buddha. Same as the dharmakaya buddha, Samantabhadra.
*[[Primordial purity]] ([[ka dag]]). The basic nature of sentient beings which is originally untainted by defilement; beyond confusion and liberation.
*[[Primordial purity]] ([[ka dag]]). The basic nature of sentient beings which is originally untainted by defilement; beyond confusion and liberation.
*[[Prince brothers]] ([[rgyal mched]]). The three sons of King Trisong Deu-tsen: Muney Tsenpo, Murub Tsenpo and Mutri Tsenpo.
*[[Prince brothers]] ([[rgyal mched]]). The three sons of King Trisong Deutsen: Muney Tsenpo, Murub Tsenpo and Mutri Tsenpo.
*[[Prince Chokyi Lodro]] ([[rgyal sras chos kyi blo gros]]). The second son of King Trisong Deutsen who later incarnated as Chokgyur Lingpa.
*[[Prince Chokyi Lodro]] ([[rgyal sras chos kyi blo gros]]). The second son of King Trisong Deutsen who later incarnated as Chokgyur Lingpa.
*[[Prince Lhasey]] ([[lha sras]]). Same as Prince Chokyi Lodro.
*[[Prince Lhasey]] ([[lha sras]]). Same as Prince Chokyi Lodro.
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*[[Purifying the obscurations]] ([[sgrib sbyong]]). The spiritual practices of clearing away what obscures the sugatagarbha, for example, the meditation and recitation of Vajrasattva according to the 'special preliminaries.'
*[[Purifying the obscurations]] ([[sgrib sbyong]]). The spiritual practices of clearing away what obscures the sugatagarbha, for example, the meditation and recitation of Vajrasattva according to the 'special preliminaries.'
*[[Raksha rosary]] ([[rak sha phreng ba]]). A mala made of a certain dried fruit.
*[[Raksha rosary]] ([[rak sha phreng ba]]). A mala made of a certain dried fruit.
*[[Raksha Thotreng]] ([[rak sha thod phreng]]). One of the 12 manifestations.
*[[Raksha Totreng]] ([[rak sha thod phreng]]). One of the 12 manifestations.
*[[Rangshar Tantra]] ([[rang shar gyi rgyud]]). One of the Dzogchen tantras.
*[[Rangshar Tantra]] ([[rang shar gyi rgyud]]). One of the Dzogchen tantras.
*[[Rasa Trulnang]] ([[ra sa 'phrul snang]]). A famous temple in Lhasa built by King Songtsen Gampo.
*[[Rasa Trulnang]] ([[ra sa 'phrul snang]]). A famous temple in Lhasa built by King Songtsen Gampo.
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*[[Samaya]] ([[dam tshig]]). The sacred pledge, precepts or commitment of Vajrayana practice. Many details exists, but the samayas essentially consist of outwardly, maintaining harmonious relationship with the vajra master and one's Dharma friends and, inwardly, not straying from the continuity of the practice.
*[[Samaya]] ([[dam tshig]]). The sacred pledge, precepts or commitment of Vajrayana practice. Many details exists, but the samayas essentially consist of outwardly, maintaining harmonious relationship with the vajra master and one's Dharma friends and, inwardly, not straying from the continuity of the practice.
*[[Samaya being]] ([[dam tshig sems dpa', dam tshig pa]]). The deity visualized by oneself.
*[[Samaya being]] ([[dam tshig sems dpa', dam tshig pa]]). The deity visualized by oneself.
*[[Samaya beings and wisdom beings]] ([[dam ye]]),]] ([[dam tshig pa dang ye shes pa]]). The deity visualized by oneself and the innate deity abiding in dharmadhatu.
*[[Samaya beings and wisdom beings]] ([[dam ye]]), ([[dam tshig pa dang ye shes pa]]). The deity visualized by oneself and the innate deity abiding in dharmadhatu.
*[[Samaya perverters]] ([[dam sri]]). A certain malevolent spirit.
*[[Samaya perverters]] ([[dam sri]]). A certain malevolent spirit.
*[[Samayasattva]] ([[dam tshig sems dpa']]). See 'samaya being.'
*[[Samayasattva]] ([[dam tshig sems dpa']]). See 'samaya being.'
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*[[Samye Chimphu]] ([[bsam yas chims phu]]). A mountain retreat situated above the temple of Samye.
*[[Samye Chimphu]] ([[bsam yas chims phu]]). A mountain retreat situated above the temple of Samye.
*[[Sang-ngak Rinpoche]] ([[gsang sngags rin po che]]). The brother of Samten Gyatso.
*[[Sang-ngak Rinpoche]] ([[gsang sngags rin po che]]). The brother of Samten Gyatso.
*[[Sangdog Palri]] ([[zangs mdog dpal ri]]). The Glorious Copper-colored Mountain, the pure land of Guru Rinpoche situated on the south-western continent of Chamara]] ([[rnga g.yab]]).
*[[Sangdog Palri]] ([[zangs mdog dpal ri]]). The Glorious Copper-colored Mountain, the pure land of Guru Rinpoche situated on the south-western continent of [[Chamara]] ([[rnga g.yab]]).
*[[Sangha]] ([[dge 'dun]]). The community of practitioners. When taking refuge in the Noble Sangha, it means those who have achieved the path of seeing among the five paths and therefore are liberated from samsara.
*[[Sangha]] ([[dge 'dun]]). The community of practitioners. When taking refuge in the Noble Sangha, it means those who have achieved the path of seeing among the five paths and therefore are liberated from samsara.
*[[Sangye Yeshe]] ([[sangs rgyas ye shes]]). See Nupchen Sangye Yeshe.
*[[Sangye Yeshe]] ([[sangs rgyas ye shes]]). See Nupchen Sangye Yeshe.
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*[[Shantarakshita]] ([[zhi ba 'tsho]]). The Indian pandita and abbot of Samye who ordained the first Tibetan monks.
*[[Shantarakshita]] ([[zhi ba 'tsho]]). The Indian pandita and abbot of Samye who ordained the first Tibetan monks.
*[[Shantideva]] ([[zhi ba lha]]). A great learned and realized Indian master. The abbot of Samye who ordained the first Tibetan monks.
*[[Shantideva]] ([[zhi ba lha]]). A great learned and realized Indian master. The abbot of Samye who ordained the first Tibetan monks.
*[[Sheldam Nyingjang Yishin Norbu]] ([[zhal gdams snying byang yid bzhin nor bu]]). The Wishfulfilling Jewel Essence Manual of Oral Instruction, the major text among the collection of treasures belonging to Lamey Thukdrub Barchey Kunsel It is the first volume in the New Delhi edition of the New Treasures of Chokgyur Lingpa]] ([[mchog gling gter gsar]]).
*[[Sheldam Nyingjang Yishin Norbu]] ([[zhal gdams snying byang yid bzhin nor bu]]). The Wishfulfilling Jewel Essence Manual of Oral Instruction, the major text among the collection of treasures belonging to [[Lamey Tukdrub Barchey Kunsel]] It is the first volume in the New Delhi edition of the [[New Treasures of Chokgyur Lingpa]] ([[mchog gling gter gsar]]).
*[[Short lineage of Terma]] ([[nye brgyud gter ma]]). The Dharma treasures concealed chiefly by Guru Rinpoche to be discovered in the future by a terton, a treasure revealer.
*[[Short lineage of Terma]] ([[nye brgyud gter ma]]). The Dharma treasures concealed chiefly by Guru Rinpoche to be discovered in the future by a terton, a treasure revealer.
*[[Shravaka]] ([[nyan thos]]). 'Hearer' or 'listener.' The practitioners of the the First Turning of the Wheel of the Dharma on the four noble truths.
*[[Shravaka]] ([[nyan thos]]). 'Hearer' or 'listener.' The practitioners of the the First Turning of the Wheel of the Dharma on the four noble truths.
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*[[Shri Guhyagarbha]] ([[dpal gsang ba snying po]]). An important Nyingma tantra.
*[[Shri Guhyagarbha]] ([[dpal gsang ba snying po]]). An important Nyingma tantra.
*[[Shri Heruka]] ([[dpal chen he ru ka]]). The wrathful form of Buddha Vairocana.
*[[Shri Heruka]] ([[dpal chen he ru ka]]). The wrathful form of Buddha Vairocana.
*[[Shri Singha. Skt. One of the masters in the lineage of mahasandhi or Dzogchen who was a disciple of Manjushrimitra and also the root guru of Padmasambhava.
*[[Shri Singha]]. Skt. One of the masters in the lineage of mahasandhi or Dzogchen who was a disciple of Manjushrimitra and also the root guru of Padmasambhava.
*[[Shri Vajrasattva]] ([[dpal ldan rdo rje sems dpa']]).
*[[Shri Vajrasattva]] ([[dpal ldan rdo rje sems dpa']]).
*[[Shrine mandala]] ([[rten gyi man dal]]). The mandala plate placed on the shrine during offerings.
*[[Shrine mandala]] ([[rten gyi man dal]]). The mandala plate placed on the shrine during offerings.
*[[Siddha]] ([[grub thob]]). 'Accomplished one.' Someone who has attained siddhi; an accomplished master.
*[[Siddha]] ([[grub thob]]). 'Accomplished one.' Someone who has attained siddhi; an accomplished master.
*[[Siddhi rastu. "May it be accomplished!"
*[[Siddhi rastu]]. "May it be accomplished!"
*[[Siddhis]] ([[dngos grub]]). The supreme and common accomplishments. The supreme siddhi is the accomplishment of complete enlightenment. The common siddhis are usually eight types of miraculous powers.
*[[Siddhis]] ([[dngos grub]]). The supreme and common accomplishments. The supreme siddhi is the accomplishment of complete enlightenment. The common siddhis are usually eight types of miraculous powers.
*[[Sign Lineage of the Vidyadharas]] ([[rig 'dzin brda brgyud]]). The second of the three lineages.
*[[Sign Lineage of the Vidyadharas]] ([[rig 'dzin brda brgyud]]). The second of the three lineages.
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*[[Terma root text Sheldam Nyingjang Yishin Norbu]] ([[gter gzhung zhal gdams snying byang yid bzhin nor bu]]). See Sheldam Nyingjang Yishin Norbu.
*[[Terma root text Sheldam Nyingjang Yishin Norbu]] ([[gter gzhung zhal gdams snying byang yid bzhin nor bu]]). See Sheldam Nyingjang Yishin Norbu.
*[[Tersey Choktrul Rinpoche]] ([[gter sras mchog sprul rin po che]]). A great lama and brother of Samten Gya-tso.
*[[Tersey Choktrul Rinpoche]] ([[gter sras mchog sprul rin po che]]). A great lama and brother of Samten Gya-tso.
*[[Thalgyur]] ([[thal 'gyur]]). An important Dzogchen tantra.
*[[Talgyur]] ([[thal 'gyur]]). An important Dzogchen tantra.
*[[Thirty-two major marks]] ([[mtshan gsum bcu so gnyis]]). The perfect marks of a buddha.
*[[Thirty-two major marks]] ([[mtshan gsum bcu so gnyis]]). The perfect marks of a buddha.
*[[Thotreng Tsal]] ([[thod phreng rtsal]]). The secret name of Guru Rinpoche and also the long Guru Rinpoche mantra in the context of Trinley Nyingpo.
*[[Totreng Tsal]] ([[thod phreng rtsal]]). The secret name of Guru Rinpoche and also the long Guru Rinpoche mantra in the context of Trinley Nyingpo.
*[[Three Dharma robes]] ([[chos gos gsum]]).
*[[Three Dharma robes]] ([[chos gos gsum]]).
*[[Three excellencies]] ([[dam pa gsum]]). The excellent beginning of bo-dhicitta, the excellent main part of nonconceptualization and the excellent conclusion of dedicating the merit.
*[[Three excellencies]] ([[dam pa gsum]]). The excellent beginning of bo-dhicitta, the excellent main part of nonconceptualization and the excellent conclusion of dedicating the merit.
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*[[Threefold Excellence]] ([[dam pa gsum]]). The excellent beginning of bo-dhicitta, the excellent main part of nonconceptualization and the excellent conclusion of dedication. Also called the three excellencies.
*[[Threefold Excellence]] ([[dam pa gsum]]). The excellent beginning of bo-dhicitta, the excellent main part of nonconceptualization and the excellent conclusion of dedication. Also called the three excellencies.
*[[Threefold faith]] ([[dad pa gsum]]). Admiring, yearning and trusting faith.
*[[Threefold faith]] ([[dad pa gsum]]). Admiring, yearning and trusting faith.
*[[Tilopa. Skt. Indian mahasiddha, the guru of Naropa, father of the Kagyu lineage.
*[[Tilopa]]. Skt. Indian mahasiddha, the guru of Naropa, father of the Kagyu lineage.
*[[Ting Od Barma]] ([[mthing 'od 'bar ma]]). The consort of Raksha Thotreng.
*[[Ting O Barma]] ([[mthing 'od 'bar ma]]). The consort of Raksha Totreng.
*[[Traktung Pawo]] ([[khrag 'thung dpa' bo]]). The name of Do Khyentse Yeshe Dorje.
*[[Traktung Pawo]] ([[khrag 'thung dpa' bo]]). The name of Do Khyentse Yeshe Dorje.
*[[Translator from Langdro]] ([[lang gro lo tsa ba]]). One of the 25 disciples of Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Translator from Langdro]] ([[lang gro lo tsa ba]]). One of the 25 disciples of Guru Rinpoche.
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*[[Treasure lords]] ([[gter bdag]]). The guardians of the terma teachings.
*[[Treasure lords]] ([[gter bdag]]). The guardians of the terma teachings.
*[[Treasure revealer]] ([[gter ston]]). The master who reveals a terma teaching.
*[[Treasure revealer]] ([[gter ston]]). The master who reveals a terma teaching.
*[[Trikaya Guru]] ([[sku gsum bla ma]]). Literally, the master of the three bodies; the master who is the embodiment of dharmakaya, sam-bhogakaya and nirmanakaya. In the context Lamey Thukdrub Barchey Kunsel, it can also refer to the gurus of the three kayas, i.e. Amitabha as the dharmakaya, Avalokiteshvara as the sambhogakaya and Padmakara as the nirmanakaya.
*[[Trikaya Guru]] ([[sku gsum bla ma]]). Literally, the master of the three bodies; the master who is the embodiment of dharmakaya, sam-bhogakaya and nirmanakaya. In the context Lamey Tukdrub Barchey Kunsel, it can also refer to the gurus of the three kayas, i.e. Amitabha as the dharmakaya, Avalokiteshvara as the sambhogakaya and Padmakara as the nirmanakaya.
*[[Trinley Drodul Tsal]] ([[phrin las 'gro 'dul rtsal]]). Another name of Chokgyur Lingpa
*[[Trinley Drodul Tsal]] ([[phrin las 'gro 'dul rtsal]]). Another name of Chokgyur Lingpa
*[[Trinley Nyingpo]] ([[phrin las snying po]]). The Essence Practice. The short version of the guru sadhana of Barchey Kunsel.
*[[Trinley Nyingpo]] ([[phrin las snying po]]). The Essence Practice. The short version of the guru sadhana of Barchey Kunsel.
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*[[Two supreme shravakas]] ([[nyan thos mchog gnyis]]). Shariputra and Maudgalaputra Two close disciples of Buddha Shakyamuni.
*[[Two supreme shravakas]] ([[nyan thos mchog gnyis]]). Shariputra and Maudgalaputra Two close disciples of Buddha Shakyamuni.
*[[Uddiyana]] ([[u rgyan, o rgyan]]). The country to the north-west of ancient India where Guru Rinpoche was born on a lotus flower.
*[[Uddiyana]] ([[u rgyan, o rgyan]]). The country to the north-west of ancient India where Guru Rinpoche was born on a lotus flower.
*[[Udumvara. Skt. 'Especially eminent' or 'supremely exalted.' This flower is said to appear and bloom only accompanying the appearance of a fully enlightened buddha.
*[[Udumvara]]. Skt. 'Especially eminent' or 'supremely exalted.' This flower is said to appear and bloom only accompanying the appearance of a fully enlightened buddha.
*[[Unexcelled enlightenment]] ([[bla na med pa'i byang chub]]). Complete and perfect buddhahood.
*[[Unexcelled enlightenment]] ([[bla na med pa'i byang chub]]). Complete and perfect buddhahood.
*[[Unified level of Vajradhara]] ([[zung 'jug rdo rje 'chang gi go 'phang]]). Synonymous to the state of complete enlightenment. The unity of kaya and wisdom in which kaya]] ([[sku]]). is emptiness endowed with all the supreme aspects and wisdom]] ([[ye shes]]). is the mind of unchanging great bliss.  
*[[Unified level of Vajradhara]] ([[zung 'jug rdo rje 'chang gi go 'phang]]). Synonymous to the state of complete enlightenment. The [[unity of kaya and wisdom]] in which [[kaya]] ([[sku]]) is [[emptiness endowed with all the supreme aspects and wisdom]] ([[ye shes]]) is the mind of [[unchanging great bliss]].  
*[[Universal ruler]] ([['khor lo sgyur ba'i rgyal po]]).  
*[[Universal ruler]] ([['khor lo sgyur ba'i rgyal po]]).  
*[[Upa]] ([[gnyis ka]]). The second of the three outer tantras.  
*[[Upa]] ([[gnyis ka]]). The second of the three outer tantras.  
*[[Upachamara. Skt. One of the eight subcontinents.
*[[Upachamara. Skt. One of the eight subcontinents.
*[[Urgyen Tsewang Chokdrub]] ([[u rgyan tshe dbang mchog grub]]). The name of Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche.
*[[Urgyen Tsewang Chokdrub]] ([[u rgyan tshe dbang mchog grub]]). The name of Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche.
*[[Uttara-Kuru. Skt. One of the four continents.
*[[Uttara-Kuru]]. Skt. One of the four continents.
*[[Uttara-mantrina. Skt. One of the eight subcontinents.
*[[Uttara-mantrina]]. Skt. One of the eight subcontinents.
*[[Vairocana]] ([[rnam par snang mdzad]]). The great translator at the time of King Trisong Deutsen.
*[[Vairotsana]] ([[rnam par snang mdzad]]). The great translator at the time of King Trisong Deutsen.
*[[Vajra]] ([[rdo rje]]). Literally, 'diamond,' 'king of stones.' As an adjective it means indestructible, invincible, firm etc. There is the ultimate vajra of emptiness, the conventional vajra of material substance with attributes, and the apparent symbolic or labelled vajra of the name.
*[[Vajra]] ([[rdo rje]]). Literally, 'diamond,' 'king of stones.' As an adjective it means indestructible, invincible, firm etc. There is the ultimate vajra of emptiness, the conventional vajra of material substance with attributes, and the apparent symbolic or labelled vajra of the name.
*[[Vajra Arrayed Palace of Guhyamantra]] ([[gsang sngags rdo rje bkod pa'i pho brang]]). The residence of Chokgyur Lingpa.
*[[Vajra Arrayed Palace of Guhyamantra]] ([[gsang sngags rdo rje bkod pa'i pho brang]]). The residence of Chokgyur Lingpa.
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*[[Victorious One]] ([[rgyal ba]]). Same as Buddha Shakyamuni.
*[[Victorious One]] ([[rgyal ba]]). Same as Buddha Shakyamuni.
*[[Victorious ones and their sons]] ([[rgyal ba sras bcas]]). Same as buddhas and bodhisattvas.
*[[Victorious ones and their sons]] ([[rgyal ba sras bcas]]). Same as buddhas and bodhisattvas.
*[[Videha. Skt. One of the eight subcontinents.
*[[Videha]]. Skt. One of the eight subcontinents.
*[[Vidyadhara]] ([[rig 'dzin]]). 'Knowledge-holder,' holder]] ([[dhara]]). or bearer of knowledge]] ([[vidya]]). mantra. A master on one of the four stages on the tantric path of Mahayoga, the four vidyadhara levels: 'fully matured,' 'life-mastery,' 'great seal,' and 'spontaneously accomplished';]] ([[rnam smin, tshe dbang, phyag chen, lhun grub]]).
*[[Vidyadhara]] ([[rig 'dzin]]). 'Knowledge-holder,' holder]] ([[dhara]]). or bearer of knowledge]] ([[vidya]]). mantra. A master on one of the four stages on the tantric path of Mahayoga, the four vidyadhara levels: 'fully matured,' 'life-mastery,' 'great seal,' and 'spontaneously accomplished';]] ([[rnam smin, tshe dbang, phyag chen, lhun grub]]).
*[[Vidyadhara Padmakara]] ([[rig 'dzin pad ma 'byung gnas]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Vidyadhara Padmakara]] ([[rig 'dzin pad ma 'byung gnas]]). Same as Guru Rinpoche.
*[[Vima. Skt. Short for Vimalamitra.
*[[Vima]]. Skt. Short for Vimalamitra.
*[[Vimalamitra]] ([[dri med bshes gnyen]]). A Dzogchen master who was invited to Tibet by King Trisong Deutsen. One of the three main forefathers of the Dzogchen teachings, especially Nyingthig, in Tibet.
*[[Vimalamitra]] ([[dri med bshes gnyen]]). A Dzogchen master who was invited to Tibet by King Trisong Deutsen. One of the three main forefathers of the Dzogchen teachings, especially Nyingthig, in Tibet.
*[[Vinaya]] ([['dul ba]]). 'Discipline.' One of the three parts of the Tripitaka.
*[[Vinaya]] ([['dul ba]]). 'Discipline.' One of the three parts of the Tripitaka.
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*[[Yoga]] ([[rnal 'byor]]). The third of the three outer tantras: Kriya, Upa and Yoga.
*[[Yoga]] ([[rnal 'byor]]). The third of the three outer tantras: Kriya, Upa and Yoga.
*[[Yogin]] ([[rnal 'byor pa]]). Tantric practitioner.
*[[Yogin]] ([[rnal 'byor pa]]). Tantric practitioner.
*[[Yudra Nyingpo]] One of the 25 disciples of Guru Rinpoche. He was also one of the main lineage holders of the translator Vairotsana.
*[[Yudra Nyingpo One of the 25 disciples of Guru Rinpoche. He was also one of the main lineage holders of the translator Vairotsana.

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Glossary from The Great Gate



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