Memoir On The History Of The Tooth Relic Of Ceylon With A Preliminary Essay On The Life And Systems Of Gautama Buddha

""Memoir On The History Of The Tooth Relic Of Ceylon: With A Preliminary Essay On The Life And Systems Of Gautama Buddha"" is a book written by J. Gerson Da Cunha. The book is a detailed account of the history of the Tooth Relic of Ceylon, which is believed to be one of the most sacred relics in Buddhism. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, and how the Tooth Relic came to be an important symbol of the religion.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a preliminary essay on the life and systems of Gautama Buddha. The author provides a detailed account of the life of Gautama Buddha, his teachings, and the development of Buddhism. The second part of the book is a memoir on the history of the Tooth Relic of Ceylon. The author provides a detailed account of the history of the relic, how it came to be in Sri Lanka, and its significance in Buddhism.The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and teachings of Buddhism. It provides a detailed account of the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha, as well as the history of one of the most sacred relics in Buddhism. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive overview of the subject matter.This Volume Deals With The Birth And Youth Of Gautama Buddha, His Ascetic Life, His System, Buddhaic Monachism, Buddhist Sects, Relations Between Sakhyamuni And Francesco D' Assisi, And The Decline Of Buddhism In India, The Relics Of Buddha, The Authorities On The History Of The Tooth- Relic Of Ceylon, The History Of The Tooth In India, The Arrival Of The Tooth In Ceylon, Its Capture By The Portuguese, Its Destruction By The Archbishop, Contemporary Opinion On The Event, The Resuscitation Of The Tooth., And A Descriptive Sketch Of The Tooth, Temple And Sanctuary.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.