Rupert Gethin (Translator)
Sayings of the Buddha: New translations from the Pali Nikayas (Oxford World's Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780192839251
- author:
- Rupert Gethin (Translator)
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 307
- Dimensions:
- 19.3 x 1.3 x 12.7 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Science
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Buddha's teachings are presented in a new translation of the Pali Nikayas, a collection of his sayings. Written in ancient Indian Pali, these texts offer a wealth of knowledge about the Buddha's life, philosophy, and spiritual practices. This edition brings together a selection of the Buddha's most important sayings, reflecting the full range of material contained in the Nikayas. The translation provides a direct encounter with the Buddha's words, making it an essential resource for scholars and practitioners alike. The edition is the most critically up-to-date, offering a reliable modern interpretation of the Buddha's teachings. This new translation is part of Oxford World's Classics, a series that has made available a broad spectrum of literature from around the globe.
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