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Buddhist Legends, Part 2 (1921)

Buddhist Legends, Part 2 (1921)

Burlingame, Eugene Watson
Buddhaghosa

Paperback

Fiction AnthologiesBuddhismSoutheast Asian History

ISBN10: 1104627655
ISBN13: 9781104627652
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 13 2009
Pages: 372
Weight: 1.09
Height: 0.77 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Buddhist Legends, Part 2 is a collection of stories and parables from the Buddhist tradition, compiled and translated by the ancient scholar Buddhaghosa. This book is a continuation of the first volume and contains 31 stories that illustrate Buddhist teachings and principles. The tales are divided into three sections: The Path to Perfection, The Buddha's Previous Births, and The Lives of the Disciples. The Path to Perfection section focuses on the stories of individuals who have achieved enlightenment and the challenges they faced along the way. These stories serve as inspiration for readers who seek to follow the Buddhist path. The Buddha's Previous Births section contains stories of the Buddha's past lives, which are meant to show his journey towards enlightenment and to provide moral lessons for readers. The Lives of the Disciples section contains stories of the Buddha's closest followers and their own paths to enlightenment.Each story is accompanied by commentary from Buddhaghosa, providing context and explanation for the teachings and themes presented in the tales. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in Buddhist philosophy and spirituality.Overall, Buddhist Legends, Part 2 is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the Buddhist tradition and its teachings. The stories and parables presented in this book offer insights into the nature of existence, the path to enlightenment, and the importance of compassion and wisdom in leading a fulfilling life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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