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Sayings of the Buddha - New translations from the Pali Nikayas (Paperback, Critical)
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Sayings of the Buddha - New translations from the Pali Nikayas (Paperback, Critical)
Series: Oxford World's Classics
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As more and more westerners study and practice Buddhism, reliable
modern translations of the Buddha's teachings are increasingly in
demand. One of the main sources for knowledge of the Buddhadharma
is the four Pali Nikayas or "collections" of his sayings. Written
in Pali, an ancient Indian language closely related to Sanskrit,
the Nikayas are among the oldest Buddhist texts and consist of more
than one and a half million words. This new translation offers a
selection of the Buddha's most important sayings, reflecting the
full variety of material contained in the Nikayas: the central
themes of the Buddha's teaching (his biography, philosophical
discourse, instruction on morality, meditation, and the spiritual
life) and the range of literary style (myth, dialogue, narrative,
short sayings, verse). This edition is the most critically
up-to-date and For anyone seeking a more direct encounter with the
Buddha's words and teaching, this new translation will prove to be
essential reading, rewarding scholars and practitioners alike.
About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has
made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the
globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to
scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of
other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading
authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date
bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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