The Life of the Buddha and the Early History of His Order

The Life of the Buddha and the Early History of His Order is a comprehensive book written by W. Woodville Rockhill. The book delves into the life of the Buddha and the early history of his order. It explores the origins of Buddhism and the teachings of the Buddha, including his early life, enlightenment, and the establishment of his order.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the life of the Buddha and his teachings. It covers his early life as Prince Siddhartha, his spiritual journey, and his eventual enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. The book also explores the core teachings of Buddhism, including the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and the concept of impermanence.The second part of the book delves into the early history of the Buddha’s order. It covers the establishment of the Sangha, the community of Buddhist monks and nuns, and the spread of Buddhism throughout India and beyond. The book also explores the different sects and schools of Buddhism that emerged over time, and the impact of Buddhism on the cultures and societies it encountered.Overall, The Life of the Buddha and the Early History of His Order is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the origins and development of Buddhism. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Buddhism, spirituality, or the history of religion.1907. Derived from Tibetan Works in the Bkah-Hgyur and Bstan-Hgyur followed by notices on the early history of Tibet and Khoten. Contents: History of the World from the Time of Its Renovation to the Reign of Cuddhodana, Father of the Buddha; From the Reign of Cuddhodana Until the Commencement of the Buddha’s Ministry; Life of the Buddha from the Commence of His Ministry Until the Reign of Adjatasatru; From the Commencement of Adjatasatru’s Reign to the Death of the Buddha; History of the Church During the Hundred and Ten Years Which Followed the Buddha’s Death; History of the Schools of Buddhism; The Early History of Bod-Yul (Tibet); and The Early History of Li-Yul (Khoten). See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.