Great Disciples of the Buddha: Their Lives, Their Works, Their Legacy

Hellmuth Hecker, Nyanaponika Thera

ISBN 10: 0861711289 / ISBN 13: 9780861711284

Published by Wisdom Publications, 1997

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Synopsis:

Like Jesus's apostles...the main disciples of the historic Buddha were transformed by his awe-inspiring spiritual force!

Review: "The living tradition of Buddhism is the linkage of spiritual friendships that bring us all the way back to the Buddha. Here are the stories of his early disciples, the men and women who studied with him directly, and who can inspire us all to the power and depth of spiritual friendship."--Sharon Salzberg, author of Faith and Lovingkindness

"This is one of the most inspiring books a serious Buddhist practitioner can read. It provides many examples of the humanity of the Buddha and his followers and relieves our fears that enlightenment erases individuality. It shows us how our individual human talents and aspirations can be purified by deep and continuous practice to produce extraordinary benefit for ourselves and others."--Jan Chozen Bays, Roshi, Great Vow Zen Monastery

"This book is a wonderful addition to our understanding of the culture of awakening. In a way that is both scholarly and inspiring, it brings to life the struggles, practice, and realization of the great disciples of the Buddha. Through the book's many stories and teachings, we begin to connect their spiritual journeys with our own."--Joseph Goldstein, author of A Heart Full of Peace and co-founder, Insight Meditation Society

"A fascinating glimpse of life in ancient India at the time of the Buddha. The disciples came from diverse backgrounds, with different talents for us to emulate as well as weaknesses to overcome. I found reassurance from learning that their struggles were not that different from my own."--Larry Rosenberg, director, Cambridge Insight Meditation Center

"A truly unique and excellent addition to the literature from the Pali texts. Great Disciples is a rich sourcebook, offering lucid stories and translations and brilliant scholarship, all visibly crafted with a love of the Dhamma."--Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart

"I am grateful for the publication of this book. With great admiration for and trust in the authors, I recommend The Great Disciples of the Buddha to friends and students alike."--Thich Nhat Hanh, author of Living Buddha, Living Christ

Bibliographic Details

Title: Great Disciples of the Buddha: Their Lives, ...
Publisher: Wisdom Publications
Publication Date: 1997
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good