Publisher's Synopsis
""Buddha: His Life, His Doctrine, His Order"" is a comprehensive book written by Hermann Oldenberg that delves into the life, teachings, and legacy of the Buddha. The book covers the life of Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism, from his birth to his enlightenment and his eventual death. It provides an in-depth analysis of the Buddha's teachings, including the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and the concept of Nirvana.Oldenberg also explores the formation and development of the Buddhist monastic order, which played a crucial role in the spread of the religion. He examines the various schools of Buddhism that emerged after the Buddha's death, and how they interpreted and adapted his teachings to fit their own cultural and philosophical contexts.The book is well-researched and draws on a variety of primary sources, including Buddhist scriptures and historical records. It provides a fascinating insight into the life and teachings of one of the most influential figures in world history, and is an essential read for anyone interested in Buddhism, philosophy, or spirituality.1882. Oldenberg has examined the original teaching of Buddha, shown that the cardinal tenets of the pessimism which he preached are �������the truth of suffering and the truth of the deliverance from suffering,������� he has expounded the ontology of Buddhism and placed Nirvana in a true light. Contents: India and Buddhism; Indian Pantheism and Pessimism before Buddha; Asceticism. Monastic Orders; Part I. Buddha's Life: The Character of Tradition. Legend and Myth; Buddha's Youth; Beginning of the Teacher's Career; Buddha's Work; Buddha's Death; Part II. The Doctrines of Buddhism: The Tenet of Suffering; The Tenets of the Origin and of the Extinction of Suffering; The Tenet of the Path to the Extinction of Suffering; Part III. The Order of Buddha's Disciples; and Excursus. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
