This account of Gautama's life is drawn from 2000 year old Pali and Sanskrit texts, retaining the allegories and parables that were handed down through generations of early followers. In these ancient stories Buddha's human nature shows through, revealing the strength and gentleness of Buddha's character.
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Before He Was Buddha,
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The book was well written with many examples illustrating the message of each chapter. I especially liked the companion pictures and quotes from Buddha which distill the message of each chapter. The book was informative and enjoyable. If you are a first time reader of Buddhasm and want to know about Siddhartha's life as he became an enlightened One, then this book is the one for you.
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This is a good beginning book that is a fast, enjoyable read. It doesn't get too bogged down in dry teachings and philosophy, but gives you enough to give one a beginning feeling. It also gives a feeling as to who Buddha the human being was.
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A good little introduction to the life of the Buddha,
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This little book is an easily understood yet fairly accurate rendition of the Buddha's life & teachings, although the title is somewhat misleading in that the book also includes many events from the time after the Buddha's Enlightenment. It is written in a simple style and refrains from deeper philosophical discussions, which is a good idea in order not to alienate the reader and discourage future Buddhists (raw Buddhist philosphy can get very involved if it is not coupled with practical advice). The Buddha emerges as a person of flesh and blood, not unlike ourselves, and the anecdotes and allegories are excellent. Read it and enjoy.
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In the sixth century before Christ in the foothills of the Himalayas near the present-day border between India and Nepal there was a small but prosperous kingdom ruled by the warrior people Sakya. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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King Suddhodana, King Bimbisara, Right Effort, Kala Devala, Right Understanding, King Pasenadi, Noble Eightfold Path, Queen Mahamaya, Bamboo Grove, Four Noble Truths, Right Action, Right Speech, Right Thought New!
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