A Guide to the Bodhisattava's Way of Life

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A Guide to the Bodhisattava's Way of Life
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Publisher : Library of Tibetan Works and Archives
Total Pages : 196
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ISBN-10 : 9788185102597
ISBN-13 : 8185102597
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Book Synopsis A Guide to the Bodhisattava's Way of Life by : Shantideva

Book excerpt: Shantideva’s Bodhisattvacharyavatara (A Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life) holds a unique place in Mahayana Buddhism akin to that of the Dhammapada in Hinayana Buddhism and the Bhagavadgita in Hinduism. In combining those rare qualities of scholastic precision, spiritual depth and poetical beauty, its appeal extends to a wide audience of Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. Composed in India during the 8th century of the Christian era, it has since been an inspiration to millions of people throughout the world. This present translation by Stephen Batchelor is based upon a 12th century Tibetan commentary as orally explained by Ven. Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey. The ninth chapter on wisdom has been expanded for this edition with relevant commentarial passages.


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