Three Years in Tibet
A Buddhist Monk's Spiritual Journey Through TibetBy Ekai Kawaguchi
Length22h
About this audiobook
In "Three Years in Tibet," Ekai Kawaguchi delivers an enthralling narrative of his transformative journey through the mystical landscapes and spiritual heart of Tibet. Writing in a lyrical yet straightforward style, Kawaguchi blends personal memoir with vivid descriptions of Tibetan culture, religious practices, and the profound encounters he has with its people. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century geopolitics, this work serves as both a travelogue and a philosophical reflection, as it intricately details the author's experiences and the deep realizations he gathered over three years of exploration and learning. Ekai Kawaguchi, a Japanese monk and adventurer, was driven by an insatiable curiosity and a quest for spiritual enlightenment. His background in Buddhism and his rigorous studies in the teachings of prominent Buddhist leaders propelled him to embark on this journey. His unique perspective as a Japanese traveler in Tibet, along with his commitment to understanding the very essence of Tibetan Buddhism, greatly informed his narrative and the themes present in this seminal work. "Three Years in Tibet" is a compelling read for anyone interested in travel writing, Buddhism, or the cultural intersections of the East. Kawaguchi's eloquent prose invites readers not just to witness his journey, but to reflect upon their own paths toward understanding and enlightenment.
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GenreTravel
Length22 hrs
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 25, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE.
2Illustrations in the Text.
3Photogravures.
4Sketch-map.
5CHAPTER I. Novel farewell presents.
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6CHAPTER II. A year in Darjeeling.
7CHAPTER III. A foretaste of Tibetan barbarism.
8CHAPTER IV. Laying a false scent.
9CHAPTER V. Journey to Nepal.
10CHAPTER VI. I befriend Beggars.
11CHAPTER VII. The Sublime Himalaya.
12CHAPTER VIII. Dangers Ahead.
13CHAPTER IX. Beautiful Tsarang and Dirty Tsarangese.
14CHAPTER X. Fame and Temptation.
15CHAPTER XI. Tibet at Last.
16CHAPTER XII. The World of Snow.
17CHAPTER XIII. A kind old Dame.
18CHAPTER XIV. A holy Cave-Dweller.
19CHAPTER XV. In helpless Plight.
20CHAPTER XVI. A Foretaste of distressing Experiences.
21CHAPTER XVII. A Beautiful Rescuer.
22CHAPTER XVIII. The Lighter Side of the Experiences.
23CHAPTER XIX. The largest River of Tibet.
24CHAPTER XX. Dangers begin in Earnest.
25CHAPTER XXI. Overtaken by a Sand-Storm.
26CHAPTER XXII. 22,650 Feet above Sea-level.
27CHAPTER XXIII. I survive a Sleep in the Snow.
28CHAPTER XXIV. ‘Bon’ and ‘Kyang.’
29CHAPTER XXV. The Power of Buddhism.
30CHAPTER XXVI. Sacred Manasarovara and its Legends.
31CHAPTER XXVII. Bartering in Tibet.
32CHAPTER XXVIII. A Himalayan Romance.
33CHAPTER XXIX. On the Road to Nature’s Grand Mandala.
34CHAPTER XXX. Wonders of Nature’s Mandala.
35CHAPTER XXXI. An Ominous Outlook.
36CHAPTER XXXII. A Cheerless Prospect.
37CHAPTER XXXIII. At Death’s Door.
38CHAPTER XXXIV. The Saint of the White Cave revisited.
39CHAPTER XXXV. Some easier days.
40CHAPTER XXXVI. War Against Suspicion.
41CHAPTER XXXVII. Across the Steppes.
42CHAPTER XXXVIII. Holy Texts in a Slaughter-House.
43CHAPTER XXXIX. The Third Metropolis of Tibet.
44CHAPTER XL. The Sakya Monastery.
45CHAPTER XLI. Shigatze.
46CHAPTER XLII. A Supposed Miracle.
47CHAPTER XLIII. Manners and Customs.
48CHAPTER XLIV. On to Lhasa.
49CHAPTER XLV. Arrival in Lhasa.
50CHAPTER XLVI. The Warrior-Priests of Sera.
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