Lama Glenn Mullin

The Six Yogas of Naropa: Tsongkhapa’s Commentary

Tsongkhapa · edited and translated by Glenn H. Mullin

Edition in author bibliography · 2005

Mullin’s translation of Tsongkhapa’s Three Inspirations, a detailed Gelug exposition of the Six Yogas of Naropa. A companion for studying the tradition’s completion-stage teachings.

The Practice of the Six Yogas of Naropa

Edited and translated by Glenn H. Mullin

Edition in author bibliography · 2006

A collection of Indian and Tibetan writings on the Six Yogas, including works by Tilopa, Naropa and later lineage masters. Mullin supplies translation, introduction and historical context.

From the Heart of Chenrezig: The Dalai Lamas on Tantra

Selected, translated and introduced by Glenn H. Mullin

Edition in author bibliography · 2013

Selections from eight Dalai Lamas place tantric methods within a wider Buddhist path. Useful for exploring how these teachers explain the foundations and purpose of Vajrayāna.

The Practice of Kalachakra

Glenn H. Mullin · author and translator

Edition in author bibliography · 1991

An introduction to Kālacakra’s theory and practice, followed by translations of seven traditional texts. It discusses generation and completion stages within this specific tantric system.

The Fourteen Dalai Lamas: A Sacred Legacy of Reincarnation

Glenn H. Mullin

Edition in author bibliography · 2000

A broad portrait of the Dalai Lama lineage, combining biographies with selections from teachings, poetry and other writings. A useful starting point for Mullin’s work on Tibet’s religious history.

The Second Dalai Lama: His Life and Teachings

Glenn H. Mullin · biography and translations

Edition in author bibliography · 2005

An account of Gendun Gyatso’s life accompanied by translations of his spiritual writings. It introduces the Second Dalai Lama’s visionary and poetic teaching style.

Path of the Bodhisattva Warrior: The Life and Teachings of the Thirteenth Dalai Lama

Glenn H. Mullin · biography and translations

Edition in author bibliography · 1987

A biography of the Thirteenth Dalai Lama alongside translated teachings and talks. It connects his role in Tibetan public life with his presentation of the Buddhist path.

Gems of Wisdom from the Seventh Dalai Lama

The Seventh Dalai Lama · translated with commentary by Glenn H. Mullin

Edition in author bibliography · 1999

Brief verses use humor and everyday images to illuminate Buddhist mind training. Mullin’s commentary draws out the meaning of the Seventh Dalai Lama’s often earthy metaphors.

Meditations to Transform the Mind

The Seventh Dalai Lama · edited and translated by Glenn H. Mullin

Edition in author bibliography · 1999

A collection of the Seventh Dalai Lama’s advice on cultivating the mind, presented with Mullin’s translations and introductions. A route into Tibetan contemplative poetry and practical reflection.

Training the Mind in the Great Way

The First Dalai Lama, Gendun Drup · translated by Glenn H. Mullin

Edition in author bibliography · 1997

The First Dalai Lama’s teachings on training the mind in the Mahāyāna path, in Mullin’s English translation. Connects contemplative cultivation with the qualities of a bodhisattva.

The Path to Enlightenment

The Fourteenth Dalai Lama · edited by Glenn H. Mullin

Edition in author bibliography · 1994

The Dalai Lama’s explanation of the Third Dalai Lama’s Essence of Refined Gold, with reflections on the stages of Buddhist training. Later published under the title Refining Gold.

Selected Works of the Dalai Lama III: Essence of Refined Gold

The Third Dalai Lama · compiled, edited and translated by Glenn H. Mullin

Edition in author bibliography · 1985

A historical English edition of the Third Dalai Lama’s stages-of-the-path text, with commentary by the Fourteenth Dalai Lama. Related to the later presentation in The Path to Enlightenment.

Living in the Face of Death: Advice from Tibetan Masters

Glenn H. Mullin · selection and translations

Snow Lion paperback edition · 2009

Nine Tibetan texts explore impermanence, preparation for death and accounts of practitioners’ final days. Mullin introduces writings by several Dalai Lamas and Karma Lingpa.

The Tibetan Book of the Dead: An Illustrated Edition

Glenn H. Mullin · abridged translation and commentary; photographs by Thomas L. Kelly

Edition in author bibliography · 2009

An illustrated, abridged presentation of the Bardo Thödol. Mullin provides context and interpretation alongside Thomas Kelly’s photographs; this is a selected edition rather than a complete translation of the larger cycle.

The Sacred Sites of the Dalai Lamas

Glenn H. Mullin

Edition in author bibliography · 2011

A photographic journey through monasteries, retreat caves and other sites associated with the Dalai Lamas. Historical introductions, biographical sketches and passages from their writings accompany the locations.

Female Buddhas: Women of Enlightenment in Tibetan Mystical Art

Glenn H. Mullin with Jeff J. Watt

Edition in author bibliography · 2003

An illustrated exploration of female buddha forms and their place in Tibetan religious art. The volume accompanies an exhibition drawing on the Shelley and Donald Rubin collections.

The Flying Mystics of Tibetan Buddhism

Glenn H. Mullin

Edition in author bibliography · 2006

An exhibition catalog exploring images and traditional stories of Buddhist masters in flight. It treats miraculous flight as a theme in Tibetan sacred art and religious biography.

The Mystical Arts of Tibet: Featuring Personal Sacred Objects of H.H. the Dalai Lama

Glenn H. Mullin and Andy Weber

Edition in author bibliography · 1996

An introduction to Tibetan sacred art through paintings, sculptures, musical instruments and ritual objects, including personal objects of the Dalai Lama and works from Drepung Loseling.