"The image of the warrior is used because this particular dark age is marked by tremendous hesitation and timidity regarding enlightened society. . . . Even against seemingly impossible odds, the warriors know that their brave and defiant gesture of taking the enlightened society vow will inspire others to follow."—Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche

The Supreme Thought explores the interrelationships between the Shambhala tradition and the three yanas, with a special focus on the mahayana and the connections between bodhichitta and warriorship. In this revised edition, the chapters have been re-arranged for ease of reading and clarity:

1. Becoming a Bodhisattva
2. Bodhichitta & the Paramitas
3. The Bodhisattva & the Warrior
4. Mahayana & Vajrayana
5. Conviction & Protection
6. Shambhala & the Dzokchen Teachings
7. Inspiration & Manifestation
8. Prajna & Joy
9. The Warrior of Delight
10. Becoming a Child of the Family
11. The Wish-Fulfilling Jewel
12. A Good Human Society
13. Three Kinds of Enlightened Society