Buddhist Scriptures (Classics S) - Softcover

Conze, Edward

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0140440887 ISBN 13: 9780140440881

Publisher: Penguin Classics, 1973

Synopsis

A volume of key writings on the Buddha, collected from a variety of languages and traditions

While Buddhism has no central text comparable to the Bible or Koran, there is a powerful body of scripture from across Asia that encompasses the dharma, or the teachings of the Buddha. In this rich anthology, eminent scholar Donald S. Lopez, Jr. brings together works from a broad historical and geographical range, and from such languages as Pali, Sanskrit, Tibetan, Chinese, and Japanese. There are tales of the Buddha's past lives, a discussion of qualities and qualifications for a monk, and an exploration of the many meanings of enlightenment. Together they provide a vivid picture of the Buddha and of the vast and profound nature of the Buddhist tradition.

For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

About this title

Synopsis

Writings dating primarily from the years spanning A.D. 100 and 400 deal with the central teachings and traditions of Buddhism.

Edition details

• Publisher: Penguin Classics
• Publication date: 1973
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0140440887
• ISBN 13: 9780140440881
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 256