Siksha-Samuccaya: A Compendium Of Buddhist Doctrine (1922)

By Śāntideva, Cecil Bendall, Cecil 1856-1906 Bendall

Book Overview

Siksha-Samuccaya: A Compendium of Buddhist Doctrine is a book written by Santideva in 1922. The book is a comprehensive guide to the Buddhist teachings, covering a wide range of topics including ethics, meditation, and philosophy. It is intended as a practical manual for those seeking to understand and practice Buddhism, and is based on the teachings of the Mahayana tradition.The book is divided into ten chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Buddhist doctrine. The first chapter provides an overview of the Buddha's life and teachings, while the second chapter discusses the importance of ethics and moral conduct. The remaining chapters cover topics such as meditation, wisdom, the nature of reality, and the path to enlightenment.Throughout the book, Santideva emphasizes the importance of compassion and altruism, and encourages readers to cultivate these qualities in their own lives. He also stresses the need for mindfulness and self-awareness, and provides practical advice on how to develop these qualities through meditation and other spiritual practices.Overall, Siksha-Samuccaya: A Compendium of Buddhist Doctrine is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about Buddhism and its teachings. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both beginners and more experienced practitioners.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164097679
• ISBN13: 9781164097679
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"