Dzogchen: The Self-Perfected State

A profound and searching classic, it demands a great deal from the reader. In the end it only partly satisfies the promise it makes, as in this tradition self-perfection is only possible with the intervention of a very particular kind of teacher.

I have read several books on the subject and I`m rather familiar with teachings of Tibetan Buddhism, and I must say I completely disagree with some of the critical revives here. The book is clear and explains the main points of unique teachings of Dzogchen. And what I personally treasure about this book is, that it is written by someone who is real practitioner of these teachings, so that Namkhai Norbu does not give just dry lecture on the subject, but actually he IS an embodiment of Dzogchen teachings. educated in Tibet before Chinese invasion , He spend many years practicing Dzogchen with some of the greatest masters of Tibet...I recommend this book to anyone who is really interested in Dzogchen teachings from the source, rather than some theory written by scholars who never practice it...

I am afraid to say I was disappointed with this text. It is a thin account of one of the most profound of all spiritual teachings.I felt the author was more taking advantage of his position of respect in writing this book than sharing any true transmission of this precious teaching.The book lacks depth or subtly, both of which the Dzogchen approach itself possesses in abundence. I felt the Dalai Lama's discources on Dzogchen surprisingly had far more transition to offer that this.

The natural state (rigpa), need not be complicated, it requires no methods nor practices and is spontaeneously complete without effort of any kind... 'this' is it. when aware aware, when unaware unaware, just in your natural state... making an effort, not making an effort, how could you not be in your natural state, you were born in it, you will die in it. naturally so.why worry about annihilation of self and annihilation of buddha nature (the great icchantika), it would be perfectly natural to ask the Truth, for a new self, a new nature. once one has come near to the end, one finds oneself back at the begging, but one has changed.theres nothing at all to worry about, this normal mind is the way, ones everyday thought is the way, ones everyday life is perfectly enlightened. why worry about passions and defilements... you are already perfect... how could you not remain in a natural state? impossible.you have already arrived, you always were perfect. naturally so. this is the teaching of Dzogpa Chenpo, where even defilements are tools for growth.best wishes, Tom.

Rinpoche has helped me learn more about Buddhism and myself in the space of one month than I've learned in 8 years!

This book is a real gem! Full of wisdom and written in a style that makes it very readable... Definitely makes me feel good to read it, and I will study it some more.

Awesome book to introduce one into Dzogchen or just mindfullness in every day life. Easy to read and understand and digest. I highly recommend/

Chogyal Namkhai Norbu is a true master of dzogchen. This book is an excellent overview of dzogchen and in CNN's style it gets to the point and really opens your eyes. The only caution I have is that there is a small amount of buddhist jargon that gets repeated throughout the book. If you are familiar with the terms you appreciate him using them, but if not just write them down (there aren't many) and you will have no problems.

A great book - sharing the how-to of meditation!

There is a reason Namkhai Norbu is so respected throughout the world. This book helps an understanding that only he could communicate so clearly and so deeply.

While the Dzogchen teachings are somewhat strange to Western eyes and ears, they are not impossible to comprehend with some effort. This book by Norbu helps enormously in the effort to take in this teaching which reaches across many traditions.

A master work, designed to stimulate deep knowledge, and more!

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I haven't finished reading it yet, but it is certainly meeting and exceeding my expectations

norbu the greatest selfliberatio master did this book most do not know of him we have lots of his book mm great masters work is so great.

this is the oly book anyone in the entire world ever hs to rad