Editorial Reviews:
Synopsis
DIVThis indispensable volume is a lucid and faithful account of the Buddha’s teachings. For years,” says the IJournal of the Buddhist Society/I, the newcomer to Buddhism has lacked a simple and reliable introduction to the complexities of the subject. Dr. Rahula’s IWhat the Buddha Taught/I fills the need as only could be done by one having a firm grasp of the vast material to be sifted. It is a model of what a book should be that is addressed first of all to the educated and intelligent reader.’ Authoritative and clear, logical and sober, this study is as comprehensive as it is masterly.”BRBRThis edition contains a selection of illustrative texts from the ISuttas/I and the IDhammapada/I (specially translated by the author), sixteen illustrations, and a bibliography, glossary, and index.BR/DIV
Amazon.com Review
Beneath the enormous umbrella of Buddhism, there is a diverse galaxy of customs and beliefs, but there is also a kernel of truth that every sect holds dear. Rahula Walpola, scholar and monk, discovers this foundation of Buddhism for us first through straightforward explication, never skipping over a point that has yet to be substantiated, then through translations from key scriptures. Logical and focused, these are the essentials of Buddhism; know them first, then move comfortably on to other Buddhist works.
