The Gateway to Knowledge is a condensation

of the Tripitaka and its accompanying commentaries. Consolidating the intent of

Buddha Shakyamuni’s teachings into a unified body of textbooks, it is the philosophical backbone of the living tradition

of Tibetan Buddhism. This rich source book embodies the basics of Prajnaparamita

and Madhyamika as well as Abhidharma from both the Mahayana

and Hinayana perspectives. Every volume in this series includes the Tibetan text and the English translation on facing pages.

“The Tibetan master, Jamgon Mipham Rinpoche (1846-1912) is an exceptional

treasure of wisdom, compassion and scholarship. His accomplishments in practice,

learning, composition and teaching are immense.

Volume II elucidates the Four Noble Truths.