1879. In the following Poem I have sought by the medium of an imaginary Buddhist votary, to depict the life and character and indicate the philosophy of that noble hero and reformer, Prince Gautama of India, the founder of Buddhism.
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I find it so sad that so few people have read or reviewed this masterpiece. I'm sorry to say it, but if it was on Christianity or the life of Christ the response would have been very different and this kind of writing would have been equated with the likes of "Paradise Lost." I am not a Buddhist, but I was deeply moved by the power and beauty of "Light of Asia." It follows the life of the Buddha, who was born in Dambadiva, India about 2500 years ago, to the royal family, but left the comforts of his life and all worldly possessions to persue the meaning of life; and gives us a vibrant picture of this great teacher and his teachings, rendered in beautiful verse. An excellent way to find out more about Buddhism.
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Educational and inspiring,
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This is indeed a beautiful poem. I recommend it to anyone wanting to learn about the origins of Buddhism. The Light of Asia is Guaranteed to give the reader light. The actual reading is like a wonderful journey, unvieling a mystery but not explaining it. It left me with a very peaceful sense. Note: I came by this book when a girlfriend's grandmother passed away. It is the original hardbound edition containing dated notations by her grandmother in 1897. They were going to throw it away and not a person in the family wanted it. I will cherish this book forever.
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excellent and enjoyable way to learn about the buddha,
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beautiful poetry. a long poem that you will not be able to put down until it is finished. many passages are so beautiful you will pick this book up after you have finished and reread you favorite parts. also, very educational. i recommend this for anyone who would like to learn about buddhism and wants to do it in a VERY entertaining way.
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Thus came he to be born again for men. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Lord Buddha, Light of Asia, Queen Maya, Enter the Path, Regents of the Earth New!
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Lord Buddha, Light of Asia, Queen Maya, Enter the Path, Regents of the Earth New!
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- The Indian Song Of Songs by Edwin Arnold in Front Matter
- The Search for the Buddha: The Men Who Discovered India's Lost Religion by Charles Allen on 5 pages
- The Great Teachers by G. Herbert Whyte on 4 pages
- Study of Pleasure and Pain by Ernest Wood on 4 pages
- The Wisdom of Buddhism by Christmas Humphreys on 4 pages
- Gandhi: A Political and Spiritual Life by Kathryn Tidrick on page 9, page 10, and Back Matter
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