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Synopsis
An Introduction to the doctrine of Theravada Buddhism for those who have no previous knowledge. The four noble Truths - suffering - the origin of suffering - the cessation of suffering - and the way leading to the end of suffering - are explained as a philosophy and a practical guide which can be followed in today's world.
The author has a deep authoratative background and has already had several books on the Abhidhamma (higher teaching) published. This book explains the Buddhist doctrine in a straightford manner but does not shy away from the 'depth, subtlety and difficulty' of the original teaching. Contains 50 quotations from the original Pali texts.
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Clear, accurate and packed with info.
By A customeron 20 November 2001 - Published on Amazon.com
A thorough introduction to Buddhist ideas. The writer has a knack of relating profound concepts to daily life. The leif-motif of the book is anatta (not-self), the hardest part of the Buddha's word but also the key to it all. Buy it and also some of her other books (eg Abhidhamma in Daily Life). Amazon.com, (accessed 15/10/17)
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An Introduction to Theravada Buddhism
Description: An Introduction to the doctrine of Theravada Buddhism for those who have no previous knowledge. The four noble Truths - suffering - the origin of suffering - the cessation of suffering - and the way leading to the end of suffering - are explained as a philosophy and a practical guide which can be followed in todays world. Contents: Introduction-The truth of suffering-The truth of non-self-The mind-Deeds and their results-Good deeds and a wholesome life-Meditation and The eightfold Path-Glossary-Index.
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