The Story Of Barlaam And Joasaph Buddhism And Christianity

The Story of Barlaam and Joasaph: Buddhism and Christianity, written by Kenneth S. MacDonald, is a book that explores the similarities and differences between Buddhism and Christianity through the retelling of a popular medieval Christian legend. The legend tells the story of a prince named Joasaph who, after encountering a wise hermit named Barlaam, converts to Christianity and renounces his former life of luxury and excess. The book examines the historical context of the legend and its origins in Eastern Christian and Buddhist traditions. MacDonald also delves into the religious and philosophical themes present in the story, including the nature of desire, the pursuit of enlightenment, and the role of faith in spiritual transformation. Throughout the book, MacDonald draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, scholarly research, and personal anecdotes, to provide a rich and nuanced analysis of the legend and its significance for understanding the relationship between Buddhism and Christianity. The Story of Barlaam and Joasaph is a compelling and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the intersection of religion, philosophy, and culture.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.