The Dhammapada: Sayings of Buddha - Couverture souple

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0553373765 ISBN 13 : 9780553373769

Editeur : Bantam Dell Pub Group, 1995

Synopsis

Book by Cleary Thomas

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Of all the Buddhist writings, the Dhamma-Pada - -known for its accessibility--is perhaps the best primer of teachings on the dhamma, or moral path of life.  It is also one of the oldest and most beloved classics, cherished by Buddhists of all cultures for its vibrant and eloquent expression of basic precepts.  Buddha's beautiful, concise, and accessible aphorisms profoundly illustrate the serenity and unalterable dignity of the Buddhist path of light, love, peace, and truth.

Thomas Cleary provides an enlightening introduction that puts the work into historical, cultural, and religious perspective.  In each section, he offers helpful and insightful commentary on the beliefs behind the wisdom of the Buddha's words, translated from the ancient, original Pali text.  Its 423 practical sayings are grouped under eclectic and useful headings such as Vigilance, Evil, Happiness, Anger, Craving, and Pleasure.  In its unique and lovely two-color Wisdom Editions design, these timeless sayings of Buddha will join the Tao Te Ching as a classic gift book and keepsake.

Revue de presse

"Thomas Cleary's ingeniously illuminating treatment sets it apart from all other translations of this mind-boggling text."--Victor Mair, translator of the Tao Te Ching

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Bantam Dell Pub Group
• Date d'édition: 1995
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0553373765
• ISBN 13: 9780553373769
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 134
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible