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Birth Stories of the Bodhisatta

by Jatakas, Sarah Shaw
Birth Stories of the Bodhisatta - Thryft
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Ancient Buddhist tales revealing the path to enlightenment.

This book is a treasure trove of ancient Buddhist tales that not only entertain but also enlighten. Each story reflects one of the ten perfections, guiding the reader on a journey towards wisdom, acceptance, and loving kindness. Immerse yourself in these captivating tales and uncover the profound teachings of Buddhism that are as relevant today as they were centuries ago. Whether you're a curious scholar or a seeker of spiritual wisdom, this book offers timeless lessons that can transform your understanding of life and perspective on the world. Get ready to embark on a transformative journey towards enlightenment.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Birth Stories of the Bodhisatta

by Jatakas, Sarah Shaw
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ISBN: 9780144001477
Authors: Jatakas, Sarah Shaw
Publisher: India Penguin Classics
Date of Publication: 2006-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.79
(rated by 89 readers)

Description

When my concentrated mind was purified; I directed it to the knowledge of the recollection of past lives' -The Buddha on the night of his enlightenmentAssociated with the living traditions of folk tale; drama and epic; the Jatakas recount the development of the Bodhisatta-the being destined to become the present Buddha in his final life-not just through the events of one lifetime but of hundreds. Written in Pali; the language of the Theravada Buddhist canon; the Jatakas comprise one of the largest and oldest collections of stories in the world dating from the fifth century BCE to the third century CE. Generations in South and South-East Asia have grown up with these tales.This volume contains twenty-six stories drawn from various ancient sources; and each story reflects one of the ten perfections-giving; restraint; renunciation; wisdom; strength; acceptance; truthfulness; resolve; loving kindness and equanimity. A detailed introduction elaborates on the ten perfections; explains the forms of enlightenment as well as the structure; and the historical and geographical contexts of the stories. Sarah Shaw brings to life the teachings of Buddhism for the scholar and lay reader alike.
 

Ancient Buddhist tales revealing the path to enlightenment.

This book is a treasure trove of ancient Buddhist tales that not only entertain but also enlighten. Each story reflects one of the ten perfections, guiding the reader on a journey towards wisdom, acceptance, and loving kindness. Immerse yourself in these captivating tales and uncover the profound teachings of Buddhism that are as relevant today as they were centuries ago. Whether you're a curious scholar or a seeker of spiritual wisdom, this book offers timeless lessons that can transform your understanding of life and perspective on the world. Get ready to embark on a transformative journey towards enlightenment.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.