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Poems of the First Buddhist Women: A Translation of the Therigatha

Charles Hallisey

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Poems of the First Buddhist Women: A Translation of the Therigatha

by Charles Hallisey
Poems of the First Buddhist Women: A Translation of the Therigatha
Poems of the First Buddhist Women: A Translation of the Therigatha

Ancient Buddhist women's voices, liberation through poetry.

If you're drawn to the intersection of spirituality and feminism, you'll find "Poems of the First Buddhist Women" deeply stirring. These verses are not just historical artifacts; they are timeless expressions of seeking and finding freedom, reflecting personal struggles and triumphs that resonate even today. It's a read that offers both a connection to the past, and insights that are relevant to contemporary discussions on gender and 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.

Poems of the First Buddhist Women: A Translation of the Therigatha

by Charles Hallisey
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ISBN: 9780674251359
Author: Charles Hallisey
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Date of Publication: 2021-02-23
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Religion, History
Related Topics: Ancient History, Social Justice, World History, Buddhism
Goodreads rating: 4.14
(rated by 28 readers)

Description

A stunning modern translation of a Buddhist classic that is also one of the oldest literary texts in the world written by women. The Therīgāthā is one of the oldest surviving literatures by women, composed more than two millennia ago and originally collected as part of the Pali canon of Buddhist scripture. These poems were written by some of the first Buddhist women—therīs—honored for their religious achievements. Through imaginative verses about truth and freedom, the women recount their lives before ordination and their joy at attaining liberation from samsara. Poems of the First Buddhist Women offers startling insights into the experiences of women in ancient times that continue to resonate with modern readers. With a spare and elegant style, this powerful translation introduces us to a classic of world literature.
 

Ancient Buddhist women's voices, liberation through poetry.

If you're drawn to the intersection of spirituality and feminism, you'll find "Poems of the First Buddhist Women" deeply stirring. These verses are not just historical artifacts; they are timeless expressions of seeking and finding freedom, reflecting personal struggles and triumphs that resonate even today. It's a read that offers both a connection to the past, and insights that are relevant to contemporary discussions on gender and 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.

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