Aja Vidya Das

Unbound Mind Aja Vidya Das

The Great Perfection, or Dzogchen, is the summit of all Buddhist teachings. It's an ancient mystical and non-duality tradition that originates from the Indian Buddhist yogi and Mahasiddha Garab Dorje. Dzogchen refers to the ultimate state of the mind, the true condition of the Being and reality. This text was written as a practical guide to understand the principles of Atiyoga and how to approach and enter this path and meditation. It is not just a philosophical or doctrinal presentation of Dzogchen in the traditional and classical sense. It is a journey of inner exploration based on an experiential approach of the teachings, offering a taste of the vast view of Dzogchen. The Dzogchen view and teachings are here presented true to their origins, keeping the authentic view and essence of the teachings pure; however the approach and language used are in a way that is relevant to our current cultural and social context; a way that can resonate, open the meaning, and deepen the path for these teachings to a modern audience, regardless if they are already familiar with Dzogchen or not. The main principles of Dzogchen are introduced in a gradual but direct manner. It offers fresh ways to understand and support the path for practitioners of all levels, including beginners. This book was written as a journey in two parts. The first part helps the seeker examine their views about life, happiness, the world and reality. It is an invitation to explore the meaning of happiness and freedom, and how to align life in a direction that is supportive to wisdom, freedom and happiness. The second part of the book is a concrete practice manual that includes a preparation stage and practice stage. The view and principles of Dzogchen permeate the entire book in its different aspects, and in some chapters they are outlined and explained clearly. Also throughout the book there are many practical invitations for reflection and introspection exercises, aside from the meditation instructions provided. About the Author: Aja Vidya Das has been a student and practitioner of Dzogchen, and Buddhism in general, for over twenty-three years. Having studied, done several closed retreats and trained extensively under the guidance of some of the most respected Buddhist Teachers of our time, has the necessary qualifications and experience to share and teach Buddhism and the path of Dzogchen. Aja Das started a retreat center and organic farm where he currently lives permanently.