Biography of Master Samantabhadra (Upper, Middle, and Lower Parts)

Author: Padma Dvipa Dorje
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: The first and second volumes of The Biography of Padma Dvipa Dorje describe how Padma Dvipa Dorje, born in a pure and sublime incarnation from a precious lotus, was brought back to the palace by the king of Uddiyana, Indrabhuti, and raised as the Lotus Prince. After growing up, he married the princess Tathagata, and later became the ruler of Uddiyana as the Lotus King. However, he soon decided to renounce his throne to become a monk and devoted himself to studying the Dharma and the Five Wisdoms of the Bodhisattva.
The first and second volumes of The Biography of Padma Dvipa Dorje describe how, after diligently studying the Five Wisdoms of the Bodhisattva and the teachings of the exoteric Dharma, Padma Dvipa Dorje received empowerments for all esoteric practices from the Eight Great Vajras. He practiced in the eight terrifying cemeteries and attained a vast and perfect realization of the Vajra Knowledge. From then on, he embarked on an inconceivable life of subduing demons, enlightening beings, and spreading the Dharma.
This volume includes: The Biography of Padma Dvipa Dorje: Volumes 1, 2, and 3, totaling three volumes.