6.3The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life · 1994
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life (1994) is a Documentary film directed by Barrie McLean, starring Leonard Cohen, Tenzin Gyatso, Ram Dass.
Documentary
6.3Overview
Narrated by Leonard Cohen, this two-part series explores ancient teachings on death and dying and boldly visualises the afterlife according to Tibetan philosophy. Tibetan Buddhists believe that after a person dies, they enter a state of "bardo" for 49 days until a rebirth. Program 1, The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life documents the history of The Tibetan Book of the Dead, tracing the book's acceptance and use in Europe and North America. Program 2, The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation observes an old Buddhist lama and a 13-year-old novice monk as they guide a deceased person into the afterlife.
Cast
Leonard Cohen, Tenzin Gyatso, Ram Dass
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What is "The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life" about?
Narrated by Leonard Cohen, this two-part series explores ancient teachings on death and dying and boldly visualises the afterlife according to Tibetan philosophy. Tibetan Buddhists believe that after a person dies, they enter a state of "bardo" for 49 days until a rebirth. Program 1, The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life documents the history of The Tibetan Book of the Dead, tracing the book's acceptance and use in Europe and North America. Program 2, The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation observes an old Buddhist lama and a 13-year-old novice monk as they guide a deceased person into the afterlife.
When was "The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life" released?
The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life was released in 1994.
Who stars in "The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life"?
The cast includes Leonard Cohen, Tenzin Gyatso, Ram Dass.
