Synopsis
A lyrical epic about awakening and renunciation that illuminates the life of Buddha through and beyond myth.
This evocative verse retells the life of Siddhartha, tracing his path from princely privilege to the renounced seeker who finds a deeper peace. Rich with devotional imagery and timeless questions about desire, duty, and compassion, it invites readers to reflect on fame, suffering, and the quest for enlightenment. The book blends history and myth to offer a transportive portrait of a pivotal spiritual moment.
- Rich, narrative poetry that blends myth, history, and spiritual insight
- Vivid scenes of court life, renunciation, and the dawn of a new philosophy
- Memorable passages on mercy, truth, and overcoming suffering
- A timeless exploration of wisdom, peace, and the search for meaning
Ideal for readers of classic spiritual poetry, biographical epics, and those curious about Buddhist themes woven into a grand literary tradition.
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Présentation de l'éditeur
In the following Poem I have sought, by the medium of an imaginary Buddhist votary, to depict the life and character and indicate the philosophy of that noble hero and reformer. Prince Gautama of I ndia, the founder of Buddhism. A generation ago little or nothing was known in Europe of this great faith of A sia, which had nevertheless existed during twenty-four centuries, and at this day surpasses, in the number of its followers and the area of its prevalence, any other form of creed. Four hundred and seventy millions of our race live and die in the tenets of Gautama; and the spiritual dominions of this ancient teacher extend, at the present time, from Nepaul and Ceylon over the whole Eastern Peninsula to China, Japan, Thibet, Central A sia, Siberia, and even Swedish Lapland.
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Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.
Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text. Read books online for free at www.forgottenbooks.org
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