In Search of the Medicine Buddha: A Himalayan Journey
In 1987 David Crow journeyed to Nepal in search of teachings in Tibetan medicine and Buddhist meditation. For the next ten years, he studied with many teachers. Using his newfound knowledge, Crow opened a clinic in Kathmandu and another in a small mountain village, where he treated beggars from...
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In 1987 David Crow journeyed to Nepal in search of teachings in Tibetan medicine and Buddhist meditation. For the next ten years, he studied with many teachers. Using his newfound knowledge, Crow opened a clinic in Kathmandu and another in a small mountain village, where he treated beggars from the street as well as high abbots of monasteries. This colorful and captivating story interweaves medical teachings with insights into Tibetan Buddhism, evoking the beauty and wonder of a faraway land.
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Format: paperback
ISBN:
9781585421077 (1585421073)
Publish date: April 23rd 2001
Publisher: Tarcher
Pages no: 350
Edition language: English
this is really fueling my understanding of tibetan medicine. something that i feel has the power to "cure" me.a very well written compelling read. still have much to read to understand tibetan medicine more, but this was a wonderful introduction, even if i had to look up 3 or 4 things nearly every p...