The Buddha-Karita Of Asvaghosha (1893)

By Asvaghosha

Book Overview

The Buddha-Karita of Asvaghosha is a book written by the Indian philosopher and poet Asvaghosha in the 1st century CE. The book is a biography of the Buddha, and it is considered one of the earliest and most important works of Buddhist literature. The book begins with the birth of Siddhartha Gautama, the prince who would become the Buddha, and follows his life through his enlightenment, his teachings, and his death. The book is written in verse form, and it includes many stories and parables that illustrate the Buddha's teachings. Asvaghosha's writing is highly poetic and lyrical, and it is considered a masterpiece of Sanskrit literature. The book has been translated into many languages, and it has been widely read and studied by scholars and practitioners of Buddhism. Overall, The Buddha-Karita of Asvaghosha is a fascinating and insightful look at the life and teachings of one of the world's most influential spiritual leaders. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Buddhism or Eastern philosophy.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: 116553519X
• ISBN13: 9781165535194
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.3" x 11.0"