Lamrim Chenmo (Steps on the Path to Enlightenment) is a detailed overview of Buddhist philosophy, especially invaluable to those wanting to enact the wisdom of the Buddha in their lives, most importantly for those would like to embark on the journey towards Buddhahood.
The author, Tsongkhapa who was a well-learned teacher in Vajrayana explains the path in terms of the three levels of practitioners: those of small capacity who seek happiness in future lives, those of medium capacity who seek liberation from the cycle of suffering, and those of great capacity who seek full enlightenment to benefit all beings. This vast knowledge will be taught in four courses, starting with The Foundation Practices, followed by the Small Capacity, the Medium Capacity and the Greater Capacity.
In this course of The Foundation Practices, the Greatness of the Teaching, How to Listen to and Explain the Teachings, Relying on the Teacher, The Meditation Session, Refuting Misconceptions About Meditation, A Human Life of Leisure and Opportunity and the Three Types of Persons will be explained.
