Buddha's Teachings: Being The Sutta-Nipata Or Discourse Collection (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258020071)

Buddha's Teachings: Being The Sutta-Nipata Or Discourse Collection by Chalmers, Lord is a comprehensive and insightful guide to the teachings of Buddha. The book is a collection of Buddhist scriptures that were written in the Pali language and compiled by the Buddha's disciples shortly after his death. The Sutta-Nipata is one of the oldest and most important collections of Buddhist texts and contains some of the most profound and inspiring teachings of the Buddha.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an introduction to the life and teachings of the Buddha. It covers his early life, his enlightenment, and the development of his teachings. The second part of the book contains the actual texts of the Sutta-Nipata. These texts cover a wide range of topics, including mindfulness, meditation, ethics, and the nature of reality.Chalmers, Lord has done an excellent job of translating these ancient texts into modern English while retaining their original meaning and essence. The book is easy to read and understand, making it an ideal resource for anyone interested in Buddhism or looking to deepen their understanding of the Buddha's teachings.Overall, Buddha's Teachings: Being The Sutta-Nipata Or Discourse Collection by Chalmers, Lord is a must-read for anyone interested in Buddhism or looking for a practical guide to living a more mindful and fulfilling life. It is a timeless and invaluable resource that will continue to inspire and enlighten readers for generations to come.Harvard Oriental Series, V37. Edited In The Original Pali Text With An English Version Facing It.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.

Author: Lord Chalmers
ISBN-10: 1258020076
ISBN-13: 9781258020071
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 05/15/2011
Pages: 346
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.49lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d