Buddhism

The Essence of Buddhism

Bowden, Ernest M., 1859-1904 [Compiler]; Arnold, Edwin, Sir, 1832-1904 [Author of introduction, etc.]; Haldeman-Julius, E. (Emanuel), 1888-1951 [Editor]· 3 chapters· 10,874 words

I am glad to be permitted thus to say, in a few words of introduction to this well-meditated little volume, how pleasant and how profitable an idea it must be considered to have designed and compiled a Buddhist anthology. Selecting his cut and uncut jewels from very various Bu...

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1. Chapter 1

I am glad to be permitted thus to say, in a few words of introduction to this well-meditated little volume, how pleasant and how profitable an idea it must be considered to have...

2. Chapter 2

Even so of all things that have ... life, there is not one that (the Buddhist anchorite) passes over; ... he looks upon all with ... deep-felt love. This, verily, ... is the way...

3. Chapter 3

Even as the lily lives upon and loves the water, So Upatissa and Kolita likewise, Joined by closest bond of love, If by necessity compelled to live apart, Were overcome by grief...