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The Life of the Buddha
According to the Pali Canon
ven Bhikkhu Ñanamoli, Bhikkhu Ñaṇamoli
Pariyatti Publishing · Print & ebook · September 1, 2003
Reading lane: Buddhist History
Composed entirely of texts from the Pali canon, this unique biography presents the oldest authentic record of the Buddha’s life and revolutionary philosophy.
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- ven Bhikkhu Ñanamoli, Bhikkhu Ñaṇamoli
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- Pariyatti Publishing
- Published
- September 1, 2003
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Buddhist History · Buddhist Sacred Writings
- Reading lane
- Buddhist History
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About This Book
Composed entirely of texts from the Pali canon, this unique biography presents the oldest authentic record of the Buddha’s life and revolutionary philosophy. The ancient texts are rendered here in a language marked by lucidity and dignity, and a framework of narrators and voices connect the canonical texts. Vivid recollections of his personal attendant Ananda and other disciples bring the reader into the Buddha’s presence, where his example offers profound inspiration and gu...
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