Buddhan elämäntarina by Chogyu Takayama
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"Buddhan elämäntarina" by Chogyu Takayama is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the life of Siddhartha Gautama, who later becomes known as Buddha, detailing his journey from princely comfort to spiritual enlightenment. The narrative examines Siddhartha's internal struggles, his observations of human suffering, and the eventual decision that leads him to renounce his royal heritage in search of deeper truths about existence. At the start of
the book, we are introduced to the context of Siddhartha's birth and the auspicious signs that surround it. The narrative unfolds during a time of societal stagnation and spiritual confusion in ancient India, laying the groundwork for Siddhartha's quest for understanding. As a child of privilege, he grows up sheltered in a palace, deepening the contrast between his sheltered life and the suffering he senses exists in the world outside. The text outlines Siddhartha's early reflections on life, where he grapples with existential questions, foreshadowing his future path toward becoming a spiritual leader. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Takayama, Chogyu, 1871-1902 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Wellroos, Alfred Rikard, 1875-1933 |
| Title | Buddhan elämäntarina |
| Original Publication | Helsinki: Otava, 1904. |
| Credits | Jari Koivisto |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 34.4 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | BQ: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Buddhism |
| Subject | Gautama Buddha |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 74808 |
| Release Date | Nov 27, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 207 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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