By Longchenpa
By Khangsar Tenpa'i Wangchuk

Translated by Padmakara Translation Group
Foreword by Jigme Khyentse Rinpoche

Khangsar Tenpa’i Wangchuk’s modern commentary brings to life the fine points of the text as a meditation manual. Completed in 1996, it is the first extensive and detailed commentary ever to be produced on Longchenpa’s root text, with the exception of the author’s own autocommentary. In contrast with the general “meaning commentary” composed by Longchenpa himself, which explains the sense of the root text in broad strokes, supporting it with many scriptural citations, Tenpa’i Wangchuk’s is a “word-commentary” in which both the words and syntax of the root text are elucidated, thereby giving clear guidance and insight into the intentions of the author. Both root text and commentary are said to reflect the realizations of the lineage holders of the tradition and present a clear picture of the perfection of the Buddhist path.

Shambhala Publications
792 pages

Translation Note: This volume offers a different English translation of Longchen Rabjam's Precious Treasury of the Basic Space of Phenomena(which can be found here) and the commentary, Treasure Trove of Scriptural Transmissions. than the edition published by our publishing house, Padma Publishing. There is great value in studying multiple translations of the same Buddhist text. Each translator brings unique insights, nuances, and choices of language that can deepen one's appreciation of the Dharma. We encourage readers to compare translations, reflect on their meanings, and pray that an ever-deeper realization of the Buddha's teachings may arise through their study.