The Crystal and the Way of Light

The Crystal and the Way of Light
Author: Namkhai Norbu
Publisher: Snow Lion
Total Pages: 220
Release: 2000
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN:

Chogyal Namkhai Norbu examines the sprirtual path from the viewpoint of Dzogchen.

Dzogchen

Dzogchen
Author: Namkhai Norbu
Publisher: Penguin Group
Total Pages: 120
Release: 1989
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN:

Clear explanation of the Dzogchen teachings and practices that reawaken and establish us in our true nature. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Golden Letters

Golden Letters
Author: Garab Dorje
Publisher: Snow Lion
Total Pages: 398
Release: 1996
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN:

In many ways the best guide to Dzogchen teachings. Includes explanations that were previously thought too secret to publish.' Tricycle: The Buddhist Review

Dzogchen Teachings

Dzogchen Teachings
Author: Namkhai Norbu
Publisher: Snow Lion
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2006-06-02
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN:

This book is a kind of treasure trove of practical often secret material that every Buddhist practitioner would love to know.

Photonic Crystals

Photonic Crystals
Author: John D. Joannopoulos
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2011-10-30
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1400828244

Since it was first published in 1995, Photonic Crystals has remained the definitive text for both undergraduates and researchers on photonic band-gap materials and their use in controlling the propagation of light. This newly expanded and revised edition covers the latest developments in the field, providing the most up-to-date, concise, and comprehensive book available on these novel materials and their applications. Starting from Maxwell's equations and Fourier analysis, the authors develop the theoretical tools of photonics using principles of linear algebra and symmetry, emphasizing analogies with traditional solid-state physics and quantum theory. They then investigate the unique phenomena that take place within photonic crystals at defect sites and surfaces, from one to three dimensions. This new edition includes entirely new chapters describing important hybrid structures that use band gaps or periodicity only in some directions: periodic waveguides, photonic-crystal slabs, and photonic-crystal fibers. The authors demonstrate how the capabilities of photonic crystals to localize light can be put to work in devices such as filters and splitters. A new appendix provides an overview of computational methods for electromagnetism. Existing chapters have been considerably updated and expanded to include many new three-dimensional photonic crystals, an extensive tutorial on device design using temporal coupled-mode theory, discussions of diffraction and refraction at crystal interfaces, and more. Richly illustrated and accessibly written, Photonic Crystals is an indispensable resource for students and researchers. Extensively revised and expanded Features improved graphics throughout Includes new chapters on photonic-crystal fibers and combined index-and band-gap-guiding Provides an introduction to coupled-mode theory as a powerful tool for device design Covers many new topics, including omnidirectional reflection, anomalous refraction and diffraction, computational photonics, and much more.

The Supreme Source

The Supreme Source
Author: Chogyal Namkhai Norbu
Publisher: Snow Lion
Total Pages: 306
Release: 1999-05
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN:

"In this book, the Dzogchen teaching is presented through one of its most ancient texts, the tantra Kunjed Gyalpo, or "The All-creating King" - a personification of the primordial state of enlightenment. This tantra is the fundamental scripture of the Semde, or "Nature of Mind," tradition of Dzogchen and is the most authoritative source for understanding the Dzogchen view."--BOOK JACKET.

Dzog Chen and Zen

Dzog Chen and Zen
Author: Namkhai Norbu
Publisher: Pelican Pond
Total Pages: 46
Release: 1984
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN:

In this text from a lecture originally given in 1981, Norbu Rinpoche discusses the relationship between Zen Buddhism and the various forms of Buddhism that developed in Tibet. Both are direct, non-gradual approaches to Buddhist teaching that continue to be practiced in the West. "The principle of the Dzog-chen teaching is the self-perfectedness, the already-being-perfect of every individual. Self-perfectedness means that the so-called objective is nothing else than the manifestation of the energy of the primordial state of the individual himself. An individual who practices Dzog-chen must possess clear knowledge of the principle of energy and what it means." Namkhai Norbu Rinpoche is a Tibetan lama, who from 1964 to 1994, taught at the University of Naples, Italy. He has done extensive research into the historical origins of Tibetan culture and has conducted teaching retreats throughout Europe, the United States, and South America, giving instruction in Dzog-chen practices in a non-sectarian format.

The Crystalline Transmission

The Crystalline Transmission
Author: Katrina Raphaell
Publisher: Crystalline Transmission - A S
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1990
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 9780943358338

This volume reveals a whole new dimension of crystal awareness, offering guidelines and instruction on how we, as human beings can become as clear as the crystals and develop the full spectrum of the rainbow ray body. The crystals are tools and teachers demonstrating how to materially manifest perfected form. Katrina focuses on how we can align ourselves with the perfect cosmic geometric grid of light (as the crystals so purely demonstrate). This would literally change the frequency at which we vibrate. Emphasising planetary peace, specific information is given to assist individuals in stabilising their personal identity within their own lighted centre of truth, thus establishing entirely new concepts of being. Introduced for the first time are crystals and stones that facilitate this process, the final six Master Crystals and a pure Crystalline Transmission through the writing itself. Included are: Specific stones and layouts for individuals suffering from or prone to AIDS; Crystals that facilitate the activation of new Chakra centres; Tantric layouts for couples; Stones and Crystals for protection against nuclear radiation; Dematerialisation in action; Encoded crystals -- the cosmic alphabet; Crystals and stones for the new race of beings birthing onto the Earth; Information of many new stones and crystals to serve our unfoldment in the 1990s.

Luminous Mind

Luminous Mind
Author: Karma-raṅ-byuṅ-kun-khyab-phrin-las (Khenpo Kalu.)
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 354
Release: 1997
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 0861711181

Gathers selected teachings and stories that illustrate the principles ofuddhism.

Creative Symbols of Tantric Buddhism

Creative Symbols of Tantric Buddhism
Author: Sangharakshita
Publisher: Windhorse Publications
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2013-10-23
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1909314269

Tantric Buddhism is concerned with the direct experience of who we are and what we can become. Its sole aim is to help us realize our potential for profound wisdom and unbounded compassion by transforming the energy locked in by old habits, fears and narrow views. For the Tantra this experience is beyond words and thought. But it can be evoked with the help of symbols. Without the help of a reliable guide one could easily get lost or overwhelmed in this unfamiliar world of symbols. Sangharakshita is such a guide.