In the Buddha's Words
An Anthology of Discourses from the Pali Canon
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Fajer Al-Kaisi
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This landmark collection is the definitive introduction to the Buddha's teachings - in his own words. The American scholar-monk Bhikkhu Bodhi, whose voluminous translations have won widespread acclaim, here presents selected discourses of the Buddha from the Pali Canon, the earliest record of what the Buddha taught. Divided into 10 thematic chapters, In the Buddha's Words reveals the full scope of the Buddha's discourses, from family life and marriage to renunciation and the path of insight. A concise, informative introduction precedes each chapter, guiding the listener toward a deeper understanding of the texts that follow.
In the Buddha's Words allows even listeners unacquainted with Buddhism to grasp the significance of the Buddha's contributions to our world heritage. Taken as a whole, these texts bear eloquent testimony to the breadth and intelligence of the Buddha's teachings, and point the way to an ancient, yet ever-vital path. Students and seekers alike will find this systematic presentation indispensable.
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- Henry watson
- 03-01-23
Excellent clarity and insight.
There is a deep radiant peace within every page. I find listening regularly in small amounts through the day is beneficial. Like a bell a reminder to wake up. The reader is excellent. Completely present and
in tune with the text.
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- Anonymous User
- 19-09-22
A must read for any practitioner.
I have been listening to book while starting to read through the Nikayas. This book is a wonderful introduction to the sutra pitaka.
A great work.
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- Mr. C. J. Cooper
- 01-10-21
a very good read
a very good comprehensive look at the teaching of the pali canon. bikkhu bodhi's commentries are also excellent.
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- 16-02-23
Fantastic!!!
Fantastic, fantastic, fantastic, fantastic, fantastic, fantastic, fantastic, fantastic, fantastic, fantastic, fantastic, fantastic. Its really quite good.
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- Chetan Ubhayasekera
- 04-08-22
This is such an inspirational book.
Bikkhu Bodhi has woven together this excellent book on the Buddhist path. Using snippets of different sizes, like threads, from the many discourses of the Buddha. Explaining why the Dhamma is needed, how it benefits the world, and the fruits of its practice.
Making the dhamma understandable, bringing clarity, and underlining that which is important. Concluding with dependent origination which is the backbone of the teachings of the Buddhas. Explaining in the Blessed One's own words that understanding the whole of dependent origination through one's own experience. Is what brings one to Nibbana (Nirvana).
"THE HOLY LIFE, friend Visakha, is grounded upon Nibbana, culminates in Nibbana, ends in Nibbana." - MN 44
This book is a scholarly piece, reading this will give the reader clarity into the whole Buddhist path. It won't teach the practice required to reach its end. Nibbana can be experienced. For that, I would recommend reading David C. Johnson's The Path to Nibbana or Delson Armstrong's A Mind Without Craving. Both two excellent Dhamma books, teaching the practice of Brahmaviharas, the fastest route to Nibbana
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- Spencer
- 10-01-22
The Buddha's words
Loved this book and all the contents, the inner and outer peace that could be possible if everyone in the world came together with similar thoughts and practices, wow what a world that would be.
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- SJRod
- 03-07-17
Excellent
Excellent rendition. I really enjoyed and followed along in the book on my Kindle. I hope you do the whole series.
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- Devin Ashwood
- 05-03-17
Great!
A good selection of early buddhist texts beautifully read. Abridgements were also useful in keeping it brief.
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- Anonymous User
- 14-06-21
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An amazing Collection of stories and discourses,Definitely not one for beginners but for the faithful everybody should have a copy of this book 🙏🙏🙏
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- Juliet
- 30-12-17
very informative I would listen again
loved it. so much information. great pace able to put down and pick up again easily
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