Buddhist Scriptures

Book Summary


While Buddhism has no central text comparable to the Bible or Koran, there is a powerful body of scripture from across Asia that encompasses the "dharma," or the teachings of the Buddha. In this rich anthology, eminent scholar Donald S. Lopez, Jr., brings together works from a broad historical and geographical range, and from such languages as Pali, Sanskrit, Tibetan, Chinese, and Japanese. There are tales of the Buddha's past lives, a discussion of qualities and qualifications for a monk, and an exploration of the many meanings of enlightenment. Together they provide a vivid picture of the Buddha and of the vast and profound nature of the Buddhist tradition.

Book Details


Book Name Buddhist Scriptures
Author Anonymous, Donald Lopez, Donald S. Lopez Jr
Publisher Penguin Books (03/25/2004)
ISBN 9780140447583
Pages 608
Language English
Price 230
 
 

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