The Lotus Sutra: A Contemporary Translation of a Buddhist Classic

by Reeves, Gene
ISBN: 9780861715718
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The Lotus Sutra is regarded as one of the world's great religious scriptures and most influential texts. It's a seminal work in the development of Buddhism throughout East Asia and, by extension, in the development of Mahayana Buddhism throughout the world. Taking place in a vast and fantastical cosmic setting, the Lotus Sutra places emphasis on skillfully doing whatever is needed to serve and compassionately care for others, on breaking down distinctions between the fully enlightened buddha and the bodhisattva who vows to postpone salvation until all beings may share it, and especially on each and every being's innate capacity to become a buddha.

Gene Reeves's new translation appeals to readers with little or no familiarity with technical Buddhist vocabulary, as well as long-time practitioners and students. In addition, this remarkable volume includes the full "threefold" text of this classic.

  • Format: TradePaperback
  • Author: Reeves, Gene
  • ISBN: 9780861715718
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 8.90 x 1.20
  • Number Of Pages: 504
  • Publication Year: 2008

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