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  • Life Lessons from the Tibetan Book of the Dead
  • Written by: Pema Chödrön
  • Narrated by: Pema Chödrön
  • Length: 3 hrs and 20 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (89 ratings)

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Embracing the Unknown

Written by: Pema Chödrön
Narrated by: Pema Chödrön
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Life, death, and rebirth - Pema Chödrön on the Tibetan Book of the Dead

What happens when we die? One of the most treasured resources for understanding this essential question is the Tibetan Book of the Dead. With Embracing the Unknown, Pema Chödrön delves into the teachings of this extraordinary Buddhist text - not only for what it tells us about the journey of the soul beyond this life but also as a source of profound wisdom for navigating the uncertainty we face each day in “the bardo of this life”. In this landmark appearance recorded live at the Omega Institute, Pema explores the universal mystery of life, death, and rebirth, including:

  • What is the bardo? How any state between an ending and a beginning gives us an unparalleled opportunity for transformation
  • What is rebirth? Pema takes a deeper look at this concept and how it also occurs in our moment-to-moment experience
  • Can we let go? Guidance for honoring the difficult emotions of fear, sadness, and grief with an open and curious heart
  • How can we prepare? Meditation techniques and everyday practices for befriending change, groundlessness, and the unknown
  • What can we really know about death? Why the teachings of the Book of the Dead are valuable no matter what you believe

“Death isn’t just something that happens at the end,” teaches Pema. “Life is continually arising, dwelling, ceasing, and arising. It’s a cycle that goes on every day, and continues to go on forever.” Featuring insightful Q&A sessions with a live audience, Embracing the Unknown invites you to explore the most daunting and liberating truth of our human experience - guided by Pema Chödrön’s hallmark blend of insight, humor, and fearless love. 

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

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Enjoyed Pema; Questions Less So

Pema as usual was great. A couple of times the audience members' questions turned into "humble brags," though . . . one really good question-answer session, but the others . . . ugh . . . ended up wishing for MORE Pema and LESS them . . . I recommend this book only for the Pema parts.

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was a little disappointed this wasn't a book

I was a little disappointed with is wasn't a book format, it was more so a speach but still informative so I did love the ideas.

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Amazing audio content

Such an awakening book. Speaking about touchy subject … yet in enlightening way. I listened it several times since always a different line of taught comes to mind.

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deeply inspiring

I loved the profond and simple insights provided & the perspective provided to help deepen our personal reflections on subjects like death but not seen as an end but simply a transition...

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Peaceful

I loved the peacefulness I felt as I listened to this presentation and messages. I am not afraid of death but I do fear the mode of death. I believe as stated, it is a privilege to be with someone in their journey toward death. I loved and will use the chant used at the end of each session. I believe one can draw similarities from a spiritual perspective, between the teachings of Pema Chodron and other present day spiritual leaders, such as Eckhaet Tolle and the Dalai Lama for example. Even the tone with which they speak is so soothing. I look forward to hearing other works of Pema Chodron.

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Love it

I just love how calm and reassuring Pema is!
Wonderful speaker & Infectious Laugh!
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