The Dhammapada

Informationen zum Autor Penguin Classics Klappentext One of the best-known and best-loved works of Buddhist literature, the Dhammapada forms part of the oldest surviving body of Buddhist writings, and is traditionally regarded as the authentic teachings of the Buddha himself, spoken by him in his lifetime, and memorized and handed on by his followers after his death. A collection of simple verses gathered in themes such as 'awareness', 'fools' and 'old age', the Dhammapada is accessible, instructional and mind-clearing, with lessons in each verse to give ethical advice and to remind the listener of the transience of life. 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. Zusammenfassung Presenting a collection of simple verses gathered in themes such as 'awareness', 'fools' and 'old age', this title features lessons in each verse to give ethical advice and to remind the listener of the transience of life.

Product details

• Authors: Anonymous, Valerie Roebuck
• Assisted by: Valerie Roebuck (Introduction), Valerie Roebuck (Translation), Valerie J. Roebuck (Translation), Roebuck Valerie J. (Translation)
• Publisher: Penguin Books Uk
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback
• Released: 26.08.2010
• EAN: 9780140449419
• ISBN: 978-0-14-044941-9
• No. of pages: 320
• Dimensions: 128 mm x 197 mm x 19 mm
• Series: Penguin Classics; Penguin Classics
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Other religions; RELIGION / Buddhism / General, Buddhism, Sacred texts, Sacred texts, scriptures and revered writings