• ISBN13: 9788121282772
• Binding: Paperback
• Subject: N/A
• Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
• Publisher Imprint: Gyan Publishing House
• Publication Date: January 1, 2023
• Pages: 104
• Original Price: INR 210.0
• Language: English
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• Item Weight: 245 grams
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Published in 1915 and translated and edited by K.J. Saunders, this anthology of Buddhist verse holds a special place in India's rich cultural heritage. Buddhism, stemming from its roots in Hinduism, has played a pivotal role in shaping Hinduism itself, particularly through the exchange of ethical teachings. Gautama Buddha's moral philosophy, which emphasizes righteousness without the need for a divine deity, has left an indelible mark on Indian society. While Gautama didn't introduce the concept of a righteous god, his teachings centered on a force that fosters righteousness, along with his exemplary character, continue to exert a lasting and positive influence on India.

About The Translator: Kenneth James Saunders (1883-1937), also recognized as K.J. Saunders, was an esteemed American author and orientalist, born in 1883. Notably, he held membership in the Library of Congress and was honored with the prestigious John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship. Among his notable literary contributions, he authored significant works including "Heritage of India: The Heart of Buddhism; Being an Anthology of Buddhist Verse" in 1915 and a translation of "The Buddha's Way of Virtue: A Translation of The Dhammapada from the Pali text."