Buddhist Scriptures [Paperback]

While Buddhism has no central text comparable to the Bible or Koran, there is a powerful body of scripture from across Asia that encompasses thedharma, or the teachings of the Buddha. In this rich anthology, eminent scholar Donald S. Lopez, Jr. brings together works from a broad historical and geographical range, and from such languages as Pali, Sanskrit, Tibetan, Chinese, and Japanese. There are tales of the Buddha's past lives, a discussion of qualities and qualifications for a monk, and an exploration of the many meanings of enlightenment. Together they provide a vivid picture of the Buddha and of the vast and profound nature of the Buddhist tradition.

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Technical Note
Introduction: Digesting the Dharma
Further ReadingThe Buddhist Universe
1. The Realms of Rebirth
2. A Call to Practise
3. Karma Tales
4. A Lesson from a Ghost
5. A Scripture that Protects Kings
6. One Buddha per Universe
7. Two Buddhas Seated Side by Side
8. Rebirth in the Land of Bliss
9. Avoiding Hell, Gaining Heaven
10. A Chinese Pilgrim in India
11. A Sacred Peak
12. Maitreya Describes the Future

The Buddha
13. The Three Jewels
14. The Noble Search
15. A Life of the Buddha
16. Maya, Mother of the Buddha
17. Why the Buddha Had Good Digestion
18. A King Gives Away His Head
19. Rupyavati Gives Away Her Breasts
20. How the Buddha Became a Bodhisattva
21. Proving the Buddha
22. Ensl