A cornerstone of Welsh mythic tradition, this enchanting new edition of the Mabinogion brings Lady Charlotte Guest’s classic 1877 translation back into the light.Drawn from the medieval Welsh corpus, this collection includes the revered Four Branches of the Mabinogi and some of the earliest surviving stories of King Arthur. Offering insight into the world behind the words, six thoughtful essays introduce the history and endurance of these ancient narrative...

I HAVE first to notice a few points as to the history of the Milinda book which have either come to light since the former Introduction was written, or which I then omitted to notice. Mr. Bunyiu Nanjio in his Catalogue of Chinese Buddhist Books1 mentions a Chinese book called Nâ-sien Pikhiu Kin (that is 'The Book of the Bhikshu Nâgasena' Sûtra)2. I have been so fortunate as to receive detailed information about this book both from Dr. Serge d'Oldenbourg in St. Petersburg and from M. Sylvai...

This is the extended and annotated edition including * an extensive annotation of more than 10.000 words about the history and basics of Buddhism, written by Thomas William Rhys Davids According to tradition, Menander embraced the Buddhist faith, as described in the Milinda Panha, a classical Pali Buddhist text on the discussions between Milinda and the Buddhist sage Ngasena. He is described as constantly accompanied by a guard of 500 Greek ("Yonaka") soldiers, and two of his counsellors a...

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In Early Buddhism, T. W. Rhys Davids distills decades of scholarship into a concise but richly layered account of the origins and development of Buddhism in its formative years. He examines the life of the Buddha, the establishment of the monastic order, and the core teachings that defined the new path — such as the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. Rhys Davids also delves into early doctrinal developments and how Buddhism differentiated itself from the prevailing Vedic tr...

In Buddhist India, T. W. Rhys Davids offers a comprehensive historical study of the political, social, and intellectual climate in which Buddhism arose and flourished. A pioneering Indologist and founder of the Pali Text Society, Rhys Davids reconstructs the India of the Buddha's time — from its kingdoms and castes to its philosophical debates and religious reform movements. Drawing from archaeological evidence and ancient texts, he presents early Buddhism not as a static religion...

The "Mahapadana Sutta," a pivotal text from the Pali Canon, weaves an intricate narrative focused on the Buddha's discourses about the origins of previous Buddhas and their life stories. Written in a clear yet profound literary style, it employs a blend of lyrical prose and detailed philosophical exploration, presenting the cyclical nature of existence and the fundamental principles of Buddhism. Through its rich allegories and historical contexts, the Sutta invites readers into a deeper un...

This book contains complete and/or excerpts from the following Buddhistic suttas: 1. The Book of the Great Decease (the Mahâ-parinibbâna-Suttanta), which is the Buddhist representative of what, among the Christians, is called a Gospel. 2. The Foundation of the Kingdom of Righteousness (the Dhamma-kakka-ppavattana-Sutta), containing the Four Noble Truths, and the Noble Eightfold Path which ends in Arahatship. 3. The Discussion on Knowledge of the Three Vedas (the Tevigga-Suttanta), which is...

Buddhist Birth Stories, commonly known as the Jataka Tales, is a significant collection of narratives that illustrate the moral and ethical lessons of the Buddha through the tales of his previous incarnations. Richly woven in a simple yet profound literary style, these stories serve as allegories, emphasizing virtues such as compassion, wisdom, and self-sacrifice. Set within the framework of Indian folklore and religious teachings, the Jataka Tales reflect the cultural and spiritual milieu...

The 'Mahapadana Sutta,' a pivotal text within the Pali Canon, encapsulates the essence of Theravada Buddhism through its exploration of historical and existential themes. In this discourse, the Buddha narrates the lineage of past Buddhas, weaving together a vibrant tapestry of moral impermanence and exemplifying the cyclical nature of existence. Rhys Davids adopts a scholarly approach, employing textual analysis and meticulous translations that reflect both the poetic intricacies of ancien...

„All living beings are Buddhas and have wisdom and virtue within them. (Buddha) Buddha ranks among the most often depicted holy figures of the world perhaps appearing more than Christ, a subject widely treated by Western artists. Venerated in all the nations of Asia, and even beyond, his image took form along the Silk Road, the birthplace of many schools of Buddhism. Indeed, the Buddhist religion recognises many Buddhas representing various traditions: such as Buddhism of „the Ancient Teac...

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