The grandeur, simplicity, and freshness of the 2,500-year-old tradition of Buddhism are reflected in this collection of writings intended as a primer for newcomers to the subject as well as a reference for those familiar with Buddhism.
The selections include:
• The story of the Buddha’s life.
• A concise historical background.
• Key writings of Theravada, Mahayana, Zen, and Tibetan Buddhism.
• Meditation instructions.
• A Buddhist explanation of reincarnation.
• Simple explanations of terms.
• A pictorial survey of…
