Acknowledgements

ac.1This text was translated by Lozang Jamspal and David R. Kittay of the Tibetan Classics Translators Guild of New York. David R. Kittay wishes to express his gratitude to Dr. Jamspal for his wisdom and kindness, and his example of a life lived according to the Dharma.

ac.2The translation was completed under the patronage and supervision of 84000: Translating the Words of the Buddha. It was revised, annotated, and introduced by Ryan Damron. Ralph H. Craig III reviewed the translation and contributed many helpful suggestions and corrections. Ven. Konchog Norbu copyedited the text and Martina Cotter was in charge of the digital publication process.

ac.3The translation of this text has been made possible through the generous sponsorship of Lily Xu.