World of the Buddha

An Introduction to the Buddhist Literature

Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Eastern Religions, Buddhism
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Author: ISBN: 9780802198259
Publisher: Grove Atlantic Publication: December 1, 2007
Imprint: Grove Press Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9780802198259
Publisher: Grove Atlantic
Publication: December 1, 2007
Imprint: Grove Press
Language: English

Selections from the most significant texts in the body of Buddhist literature.

For readers who want a deeper understanding of Buddhism, this is a rich, varied, and comprehensive collection in one volume. It includes the most significant texts from the vast body of Buddhist literature, and includes translations from Pali, Sanskrit, Tibetan, Chinese, Japanese, and Lao.

For the benefit of the newcomer to Buddhism—or for those using it in an academic context—the pieces are arranged in chronological order, and each chapter is preceded by a separate commentary. In addition, there is a comprehensive description of life in India at the time of the Buddha and an outline of his life and mission.

“The best available translations.” —Library Journal

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Selections from the most significant texts in the body of Buddhist literature.

For readers who want a deeper understanding of Buddhism, this is a rich, varied, and comprehensive collection in one volume. It includes the most significant texts from the vast body of Buddhist literature, and includes translations from Pali, Sanskrit, Tibetan, Chinese, Japanese, and Lao.

For the benefit of the newcomer to Buddhism—or for those using it in an academic context—the pieces are arranged in chronological order, and each chapter is preceded by a separate commentary. In addition, there is a comprehensive description of life in India at the time of the Buddha and an outline of his life and mission.

“The best available translations.” —Library Journal

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