The Pali Manuscript Written On Papyrus

Book Overview

The Pali Manuscript Written on Papyrus is a book written by J.F. Dickson in 1875. The book describes a Pali manuscript that was written on papyrus, a material not commonly used for Buddhist texts. The manuscript is believed to date back to the 2nd century BCE and is one of the oldest known Pali texts. The book provides a detailed analysis of the manuscript, including its contents, language, and historical significance. It also discusses the challenges of translating and interpreting the text, as well as its importance for understanding early Buddhist teachings. Overall, The Pali Manuscript Written on Papyrus is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers interested in the history and development of Buddhism.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: 1104319349
• ISBN13: 9781104319342
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"