The Jataka V3: Or Stories Of The Buddha's Former Births

Book Overview

The Jataka V3: Or Stories Of The Buddha's Former Births is a book written by E. B. Cowell. It is the third volume of a series that compiles ancient Buddhist tales about the Buddha's previous lives before he attained enlightenment. The book contains 50 stories, each one presenting a moral lesson that teaches readers about Buddhist principles such as compassion, generosity, and wisdom. The tales are based on the Jataka, a collection of stories that have been passed down through oral tradition for centuries. The book provides insight into the cultural and religious beliefs of ancient India, and it is a valuable resource for those interested in Buddhism and its teachings. The Jataka V3: Or Stories Of The Buddha's Former Births is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the origins of Buddhist philosophy and the values that guide its followers.In Six Volumes.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: 1162979526
• ISBN13: 9781162979526
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"