Buddhist Scriptures
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ISBN 10: 0140440887 ISBN 13: 9780140440881
Verlag: Penguin Publishing Group, 1959
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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.
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Titel: Buddhist Scriptures
Verlag: Penguin Publishing Group
Erscheinungsdatum: 1959
Einband: Softcover
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Zustand: Used. Ah, "Buddhist Scriptures" by Edward Conze, a delightful tome that marries the ancient wisdom of the East with the sleek, monochrome aesthetic of 1950s Penguin Classics. Picture this: a chubby little penguin waddling its way through the lotus fields, trying to grasp the profound teachings of enlightenment but getting distracted by the latest fashion trends in London. It?s a book for those who wish to sip their Earl Grey while contemplating the fleeting nature of existence?or simply for those who enjoy a good read about the existential crises of monks. Either way, you?re in for a treat. First published in that golden year of 1959, this collection is a veritable buffet of Buddhist thought, offering morsels of wisdom that could satisfy the most discerning of spiritual palates. Conze, who was apparently the literary equivalent of a Swiss Army knife, expertly translates and distills ancient texts into something digestible for the modern mind?though, we must warn you, the occasional existential crisis might still occur amidst the metaphysical musings. This book is not just for the devout practitioner; it?s for the curious, the confused, and anyone who has ever wondered why they?re so compelled to seek enlightenment while simultaneously binging on biscuits. As you flip through the pages, you?ll find a curious mix of esoteric concepts and practical advice?an odd fusion akin to pairing a fine French cheese with a tin of salted crackers. It?s an experience that will leave you pondering life?s great existential dilemmas, such as: ?Why, oh why, can?t I find my other sock?? or ?Is enlightenment just a state of mind, or is it more like losing your car keys?? The book is both a guide and a riddle wrapped in a conundrum, all bound together under the watchful eye of a rather bemused penguin on the cover. Now, let?s talk about the content?because if you?re going to be lost in thought, you might as well be lost in something that?s worth your time. You may encounter passages that seem to transcend time and space, alongside those that might make you double-check your own sanity. Conze presents a kaleidoscope of teachings that oscillate between the profound and the puzzling. One moment you might find yourself entranced by the beauty of the concept of ?Anatta? (the doctrine of non-self), and the next you could be completely baffled by why anyone would want to sit cross-legged on a mountain when there are perfectly good sofas available. What else can you expect? The prose has a certain charm to it, reminiscent of a professor trying to engage a group of sleepy first-year students at 9 AM. It?s a combination of clarity and complexity that somehow makes you feel simultaneously enlightened and utterly perplexed. The footnotes are like little breadcrumbs leading you deeper into the forest of Buddhist thought, sure to delight the intellectual adventurer?or utterly confuse the casual reader. If you?re not careful, you might find yourself lost in contemplation about the nature of reality itself, all while trying to remember where you left your shopping list. Annotations that make you wonder if you?re reading a scripture or a cryptic crossword. Footnotes that might just contain the secrets to life?or possibly just a recipe for vegan scones. A charmingly battered cover that speaks to the book?s rich history of contemplation (and perhaps a few coffee stains). Pages that might just be infused with the spirit of the countless seekers who have turned them. Insights into the human condition that are as relevant today as they were centuries ago (or maybe just last week). Condition: Used, with all the quirks and eccentricities that come from being a well-loved book. Expect well-thumbed pages, perhaps a few notes from previous readers pondering their own existence in the margins, and a couple of dog-eared corners that suggest someone had a particularly enlightening moment at page 69. This book has seen the world and its fair share of contemplative tea sessions, and it?s ready to accompany you on your own journey into the infinite. In summary, "Buddhist Scriptures" is more than just a book; it?s a companion on your quest for meaning, a trusty sidekick in your existential adventures, available from Crappy Old Books. Grab a copy and prepare for a ride through the realms of thought that is equal parts enlightening and utterly baffling. You may never look at your tea the same way again! Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 1421
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