Publisher's Synopsis
""Buddhism: Being a Sketch of the Life and Teachings of Gautama the Buddha"" is a book written by T.W. Rhys Davids that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. The book delves into the origins of Buddhism, the historical context in which it emerged, and the various philosophical and spiritual principles that underpin the religion. The author explores the key tenets of Buddhist philosophy, including the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, and provides insights into the Buddha's teachings on morality, compassion, and enlightenment. The book also examines the role of meditation in Buddhist practice and the various forms of Buddhism that have emerged over time. Overall, ""Buddhism"" is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of this ancient and influential religion.1890. With map. Another delightful work on early Buddhism written by Rhys, the celebrated Buddhist scholar. Contents: Introduction; The life of Gautama (Part I); The life of Gautama (Part II); The essential doctrines of Buddhism; Buddhist morality; The order of mendicants; The legend of the Buddha; Northern Buddhism; and Spread of Buddhism. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
