This series is published under the auspices of the Dalai Lama and is unique in that each volume has been specially chosen by His Holiness as revealing a true oral tradition. Volumes in the series thus far include The Buddhism of Tibet, Tantra in Tibet and Deity Yoga.
Tantra in Tibet consists of three parts published under the auspices of the Dalai Lama:
Essence of Tantra by H.H. the Dalai Lama reveals the highly practical and compassionate use of this science of spiritual development. Contents include: tantra for practice, refuge, the three paths, greatness of mantra, clear light and initiation.
The Great Exposition of Secret Mantra-part 1 by Tsong-kapa, is one of the principle classic texts on tantra. It presents the main features common to all the Buddhist tantra systems as well as the differences between sutra and tantra. Contents include: paths to Buddhahood, vajra vehicle, deity yoga and method in the four tantras.
Supplement by Jeffrey Hopkins discusses the meaning of emptiness, transformation, and the purpose of the four tantras.

Tantra in Tibet, H.H. the Dalai Lama/ Tsong-kapa/Jeffrey Hopkins, Snow Lion Publications, Paperback, 252p., $19.95

Tenzin Gyamtso, the 14th Dalai Lama, was born on July 6, 1935 in a small village called Takster in northeastern Tibet. At the age of two, His Holiness was recognized as the reincarnation of the 13th Dalaia Lama. He was enthroned at the age of five and assumed full political power in 1950. In 1959, His Holiness was forced into exile and has striven ever since for a peaceful solution to the the Sino-Tibetan crisis. He continually promotes his compassionate approach to life struggles, whether personal or global, and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989. Tenzin Gyamtso, the 14th Dalai Lama, was born on July 6, 1935 in a small village called Takster in northeastern Tibet. At the age of two, His Holiness was recognized as the reincarnation of the 13th Dalaia Lama. He was enthroned at the age of five and assumed full political power in 1950. In 1959, His Holiness was forced into exile and has striven ever since for a peaceful solution to the the Sino-Tibetan crisis. He continually promotes his compassionate approach to life struggles, whether personal or global, and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989.

	Contents: Tantra in Tibet
	Editor's note	8
I	Essence of Tantra, by Tenzin Gyatso, His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama	13
	Tantra for Practice	15
	Refuge	29
	Hinayana and Mahayana	37
	Vajrayana	47
	Clear Light	54
	Greatness of Mantra	60
	Clarification	67
	Initiation	77
II.	The Great Exposition of Secret Mantra by Tsong-ka-pa	81
	Reasons for Faith	83
	Paths to Buddahood	91
	Vajra Vehicle	105
	Deity Yoga	117
	Method in the Four Tantras	129
	One Goal	139
	Identifying the Four Tantras	151
	Preparation for Mantra	165
III.	Supplement by Jeffrey Hopkins	171
	Emptiness	173
	Transformation	189
	Purpose of the Four Tantras	201
	Quintessential Points	210
	Appendix	217
	Glossary	220
	Bibliography	225
	Notes	238
	Index	244