The Cosmic Consciousness Of Gautama The Buddha

By Richard Maurice Bucke and Dr Richard Maurice Bucke Dr

Book Overview

""The Cosmic Consciousness of Gautama the Buddha"" is a book written by Richard Maurice Bucke, a Canadian psychiatrist, and philosopher. The book explores the spiritual journey of Gautama Buddha and his attainment of cosmic consciousness, which is a state of enlightenment and unity with the universe. Bucke examines the teachings of Buddha and compares them to other spiritual traditions, such as Christianity and Hinduism. He also delves into the concept of cosmic consciousness and how it has been experienced by other individuals throughout history, including Walt Whitman and William James. Bucke argues that the attainment of cosmic consciousness is the ultimate goal of human evolution and that it is accessible to anyone who seeks it. This book is a fascinating exploration of the spiritual journey of one of the world's most revered figures and an insightful examination of the concept of cosmic consciousness.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Cosmic Consciousness: A Study in the Evolution of the Human Mind, by Richard Maurice Bucke. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610298X.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: 1162816406
• ISBN13: 9781162816401
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 18 Pages
• Weight: 0.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.0" x 7.5" x 9.3"