The Jataka Or Birth Tales From The Famous Beast Fables Of The Life Of Buddha (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425328115)

The Jataka Or Birth Tales From The Famous Beast Fables Of The Life Of Buddha is a book written by Charles F. Horne. The book is a collection of stories that are part of the Buddhist literature, known as Jataka tales. These tales are stories of the previous lives of the Buddha, in which he was born as an animal or a human being and learned valuable lessons that helped him in his quest for enlightenment. The Jataka tales are known for their moral and ethical teachings, and they are considered an important part of Buddhist literature. The book contains 34 stories, each of which is accompanied by illustrations. The tales are written in a simple and easy-to-understand language, making them accessible to readers of all ages.The stories in the book cover a wide range of themes, such as compassion, kindness, generosity, and wisdom. They are filled with interesting characters, such as talking animals, wise sages, and evil demons. The tales are not only entertaining but also provide valuable lessons that can be applied in daily life.Overall, The Jataka Or Birth Tales From The Famous Beast Fables Of The Life Of Buddha is a must-read for anyone interested in Buddhist literature or looking for moral and ethical teachings. The book is well-written, informative, and engaging, making it a perfect addition to any personal or public library.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: India and Buddhism, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100057.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: Charles F. Horne
ISBN-10: 1425328113
ISBN-13: 9781425328115
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.29lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.10d