The biography of Guru Padmasambhava, the great Buddhist mentor who finally established Buddhism in Tibet, in addition to the hagiography itself, contains oral instructions and covenants that Guru Padma gave for the benefit of future generations. The book also includes a text by the outstanding Tibetan scientist and religious figure of the 17th century, Tsele Natsog Rangdrol, “Clarifying the True Meaning,” which is closely related in content to the main work. The book is of interest to anyone interested in the history of Tibet and the spiritual teachings of the East.