Beal Samuel
Texts From The Buddhist Canon: Commonly Known As Dhammapada With Accompanying Narratives by Samuel, Beal is a book that contains a collection of Buddhist teachings and stories from the Dhammapada. The Dhammapada is a revered Buddhist scripture that contains the teachings of the Buddha, and this book provides a translation of the text along with accompanying narratives that help to provide context and further insight into the teachings.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Buddhist philosophy and practice. The chapters cover topics such as mindfulness, wisdom, compassion, and the nature of reality, among others. The accompanying narratives provide stories and parables that illustrate the teachings of the Dhammapada, making them more accessible and relatable to modern readers.Samuel Beal, the translator of this book, was a renowned scholar of Buddhism and Chinese language and culture. His translation of the Dhammapada is considered one of the most accurate and authoritative versions available in English. The book also includes an introduction by Beal, which provides background information on the Dhammapada and its significance in Buddhist tradition.Overall, Texts From The Buddhist Canon: Commonly Known As Dhammapada With Accompanying Narratives is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Buddhism, mindfulness, and Eastern philosophy. The book provides a clear and accessible translation of the Dhammapada, along with engaging stories and parables that help to bring the teachings to life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
