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Informationen zum Autor Sherab Chodzin Kohn; illustrated by Thinley Dorji Klappentext "The magical story of Padmasambhava (the Lotus Born), the great Indian saint who established the Buddhist teachings in Tibet. It's intended for ages 8-12, but could be read to younger children as well. This will be a glimpse into the world Guru Rinpoche and some of his adventures that transformed Tibet, a land of malevolent sprits and wild folk, into a fertile ground for Dharma. It's a wild ride!"-- Zusammenfassung Explore a fresh telling of the inspiring, mysterious, and magical life of the great master Padmasambhava—the Lotus-Born—who planted the seed of Buddhism in Tibet that is still blossoming today, beautifully illustrated for ages 10+. The Lotus-Born is one of the most iconic and important figures in Tibetan history. Here, his magical life story is outlined in colorful and captivating detail, offering young readers a rare glimpse into his fierce adventures and battles that transformed Tibet, a land of malevolent spirits and wild folk, into a fertile ground for Buddhism. The rich and vibrant spiritual tradition that resulted in Tibet has thrived for over one thousand years. This timeless tale is sure to capture the imagination of future generations, just as the oral, theatrical, and written accounts of it have in the Himalayas for centuries.
