Publisher's Synopsis
""The Basic Concepts of Buddhism"" by Paul Carus is an introduction to the fundamental principles of Buddhism. The book explores the key concepts of Buddhism, including the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, karma, rebirth, and the nature of consciousness. Carus presents these concepts in a clear and accessible manner, drawing on both traditional Buddhist teachings and modern scholarship. The book also delves into the history of Buddhism, its spread throughout Asia, and its influence on Western thought. Overall, ""The Basic Concepts of Buddhism"" is a concise and informative guide to one of the world's most influential religions.THIS 44 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Buddhism and Its Christian Critics, by Paul Carus. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766191400.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.
