A worthy addition to the growing new genre of Buddhist fiction, this remarkable collection of short stories explores moments of personal crisis and breakthrough through the lens of Tibetan Buddhist insight. From a paddle boarder out much too far on a midnight sea, to a young Tibetan monk’s effort to save a backpacker in the throes of a nervous breakdown in India, from a Tibetan incarnate lama’s encounters with temptation on a Greyhound bus to Los Angeles, to a journalist’s uncanny meeting with the Dalai Lama in Bodhgaya, these stories offer an unusual and knowledgeable look at the modern encounters of east and west and the remarkable potential of the human mind.
This fascinating collection by Buddhist writer Francesca Hampton explores modern situations in both India and America through the prism of Tibetan Buddhist teachings. From a lonely paddle boarder contemplating suicide on the dark Pacific, to a wayward Tibetan lama on a Greyhound bus, to a journalist who reconnects with a journey begun in a previous life in an interview with the Dalai Lama, it is a welcome addition to the emerging genre of Buddhist fiction.
Embark on a journey through the rich tapestry of Buddhist tradition with "Buddhist Birth Stories Or Jātaka Tales" by V. Fausböll. Prepare to be transported to ancient times as you explore the captivating tales of the Buddha's previous lives, each offering profound insights into morality, compassion, and the nature of enlightenment. But what if these birth stories are more than just fables? Join Fausböll as he unravels the symbolic significance of each Jātaka tale, revealing timeless lessons that resonate with readers of all backgrounds and beliefs. Follow along as each story unfolds, weaving a vivid tapestry of adventure, wisdom, and spiritual awakening. "Buddhist Birth Stories Or Jātaka Tales" is a testament to the power of storytelling as a means of conveying profound truths and inspiring personal transformation. Yet, amidst the allegorical narratives, a deeper question emerges: What do these tales teach us about the human condition and our quest for enlightenment? Prepare to reflect on this question as you delve into the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by the Buddha and his followers in their quest for spiritual liberation. Are you ready to embark on a journey through the realms of Buddhist wisdom? Prepare to be inspired by the timeless teachings and universal truths found within the pages of "Buddhist Birth Stories Or Jātaka Tales." Immerse yourself in the moral dilemmas, ethical quandaries, and spiritual revelations of the Jātaka tales as you journey through Fausböll's masterful translation. This is more than just a book; it's a guidebook for living a life of virtue, compassion, and wisdom. Don't miss your chance to explore the profound teachings of the Buddha through the lens of the Jātaka tales. Order your copy of "Buddhist Birth Stories Or Jātaka Tales" today and embark on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual enlightenment. Prepare to be transformed by the wisdom and compassion of the Buddha as revealed in the timeless tales of the Jātaka. Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth?
It is well known that amongst theBuddhist Scriptures there is one book in which a large number of old stories, fables, and fairy tales, lie enshrined in an edifying commentary; and have thus been preserved for the study and amusement of later times. How this came about is not at present quite certain. The belief of orthodox Buddhists on the subject is this. The Buddha, as occasion arose, was accustomed throughout his long career to explain and comment on the events happening around him, by telling of similar events that had occurred in his own previous births. The experience, not of one lifetime only, but of many lives, was always present to his mind; and it was this experience he so often used to point a moral, or adorn a tale.
This is Volume IX of sixteen in a series on Buddhism. Originally published in 1880, this study offers the first part of the oldest collection of folk-lore, the Jataka Tales. Translated from Pali.
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • PEN/FAULKER AWARD WINNER • The acclaimed author of The Swimmers and When the Emperor Was Divine tells the story of a group of young women brought from Japan to San Francisco as “picture brides” a century ago in this "understated masterpiece ... that unfolds with great emotional power" (San Francisco Chronicle). In eight unforgettable sections, The Buddha in the Attic traces the extraordinary lives of these women, from their arduous journeys by boat, to their arrival in San Francisco and their tremulous first nights as new wives; from their experiences raising children who would later reject their culture and language, to the deracinating arrival of war. Julie Otsuka has written a spellbinding novel about identity and loyalty, and what it means to be an American in uncertain times.
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