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The Buddha - A Beginner's Guide

by John S. Strong
The Buddha - A Beginner's Guide - Thryft
The Buddha - A Beginner's Guide - Thryft

Discover Buddha's timeless spiritual teachings.

"The Buddha - A Beginner's Guide" provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the historical and spiritual significance of the Buddha. This book is perfect for those who are new to Buddhism and interested in learning about its origins, beliefs, and practices. The author uses primary sources to provide a thorough analysis of the Buddha's life and enlightenment, as well as the supernatural beliefs and rituals that surround him. The book also includes helpful charts and illustrations to aid in understanding. Overall, readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the Buddha's lasting impact on the world and the enduring relevance of his teachings.

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.

The Buddha - A Beginner's Guide

by John S. Strong
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ISBN: 9781851686261
Authors: John S. Strong
Publisher: Oneworld Publications
Date of Publication: 2009-04-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Religion
Related Topics: Buddhism
Goodreads rating: 3.61
(rated by 38 readers)

Description

Today the Buddha is honoured throughout the world as one of the great religious figures in the history of humankind. His greatness lies in his teachings, and in the religious community that he founded, but also in his exemplary life story. In this authoritative biography, John Strong presents that story the way Buddhists have told it - from accounts of his previous lives, and the story of his birth and upbringing, through to his enlightenment, deathbed deeds, and ongoing presence in the relics that he left behind. Along the way, he explores the roots of key Buddhist beliefs and practices, making this volume not only a useful study of the life of the Buddha, but a helpful introduction to Buddhism as a whole.
 

Discover Buddha's timeless spiritual teachings.

"The Buddha - A Beginner's Guide" provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the historical and spiritual significance of the Buddha. This book is perfect for those who are new to Buddhism and interested in learning about its origins, beliefs, and practices. The author uses primary sources to provide a thorough analysis of the Buddha's life and enlightenment, as well as the supernatural beliefs and rituals that surround him. The book also includes helpful charts and illustrations to aid in understanding. Overall, readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the Buddha's lasting impact on the world and the enduring relevance of his teachings.

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.