‘The Shastra Distinguishing Consciousness and Primordial Wisdom’ is an important work of Buddhist philosophy and practice written by the renowned Buddhist master, the 3rd Karmapa Rangjung Dorje (1284-1339). It is one of the core texts of the Kagyu Tradition. Lama Jampa Thaye’s excellent explanations (here the 4th part) will grant us access to this text about Namshe and Yeshe, for us to gain a deeper understanding. The text is explained following Karma Thinley Rinpoche’s commentary on it: ‘The Lamp that…