The Life of Princess Yashodara: Wife and Disciple of the Lord Buddha (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169697256)

The Life of Princess Yashodara: Wife and Disciple of the Lord Buddha is a book written by Sunity Devee. It is a comprehensive biography of Princess Yashodara, who was the wife of Lord Buddha and also one of his foremost disciples. The book offers a detailed account of her life, from her childhood in the palace to her marriage to Prince Siddhartha (later known as Lord Buddha) and her subsequent journey towards enlightenment.The author draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient Buddhist texts, historical records, and archaeological findings, to paint a vivid picture of Princess Yashodara's life. The book explores her relationships with her family, her husband, and her fellow disciples, as well as her struggles and triumphs on the path to spiritual awakening.Throughout the book, the author provides insights into the teachings of Lord Buddha and their relevance to modern-day life. She also offers reflections on the role of women in Buddhism and the challenges they face in seeking spiritual fulfillment.Overall, The Life of Princess Yashodara is a fascinating and inspiring account of a remarkable woman who played a pivotal role in the early days of Buddhism. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Buddhist history, spirituality, or women's studies.1929. The author's one aim in presenting this short life of the Buddhist Princess Yashodara was to form a vivid word picture of a Princess born in the purple of royalty and wedded to the heir of a great kingdom who became a saint. Through the centuries which have passed, her name has been handed down and we find a sweet and living reality in her memory. Beautifully illustrated.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: Sunity Devee
ISBN-10: 1169697259
ISBN-13: 9781169697256
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 108
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.31d