The Life or Legend of Gaudama, the Buddha of the Burmese (Volume I) by Bigandet
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| Author | Bigandet, Paul Ambroise, 1813-1894 |
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| Title | The Life or Legend of Gaudama, the Buddha of the Burmese (Volume I) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Life or Legend of Gaudama, the Buddha of the Burmese (Volume I)" by Bigandet is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The work details the life and teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, the historical Buddha, with a particular focus on the practices and beliefs within Burmese Buddhism. It aims to provide insights into the nature and origins of Buddhism as it has developed in Burma, presenting the narrative of the Buddha's journey towards enlightenment. The opening of the text sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the life of the Buddha, beginning with an invocation and the historical context of his existence. It recounts the beginning of Gautama's journey, detailing his noble lineage as Prince Siddhartha and the profound events leading to his birth, such as the virtuous conduct of his mother, Queen Maia, and his father, King Thoodaudana. The narrative also hints at the prediction of his future significance, with foreshadowing elements that suggest his path towards wisdom and enlightenment, amidst the broader Buddhist cosmology of rebirth and moral development. The author emphasizes the rich traditions and historical elements that influence the Burmese interpretation of Buddha's life, setting a foundational understanding for the chapters that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Buddhism -- Burma |
| Subject | Burma -- Religion |
| Subject | Gautama Buddha |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34578 |
| Release Date | Dec 5, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 109 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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