Publisher's Synopsis
A Compendium of Philosophy is a book that contains a translation from the original Pali of the Abhidhammattha Sangaha by Abhidhammattha Sangaha. The Abhidhammattha Sangaha is a Buddhist text that provides a comprehensive overview of Buddhist philosophy, including topics such as consciousness, karma, and the nature of reality. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in Buddhism and philosophy, and provides a detailed and accessible introduction to Buddhist thought. The translation is faithful to the original text and includes extensive notes and commentary to help readers understand the concepts presented. Overall, A Compendium of Philosophy is an essential read for anyone interested in Buddhist philosophy and its relevance to contemporary thought.1910. For nearly eight centuries this work served as a primer of psychology and philosophy in Ceylon and Burma, and a whole literature of exegesis grew up around it. This Compendium is a concise statement of the view of things, with purely theoretical analysis, and is a invaluable textbook for students of Buddhism.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.