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Dhammapada A New Translation of the Buddhist Classic with Annotations

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ISBN-10: 1590303806

ISBN-13: 9781590303801

Edition: 2006

Authors: Jack Kornfield, Gil Fronsdal

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The Dhammapada is the most widely read Buddhist scripture in existence, enjoyed by both Buddhists and non-Buddhists. This classic text of teaching verses from the earliest period of Buddhism in India conveys the philosophical and practical foundations of the Buddhist tradition. The text presents two distinct goals for leading a spiritual life: the first is attaining happiness in this life (or in future lives); the second goal is the achievement of spiritual liberation, freedom, absolute peace. Many of the key themes of the verses are presented in dichotomies or pairs, for example, grief and suffering versus joy; developing the mind instead of being negligent about one's mental attitude and…    
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Book details

List price: $12.95
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: Shambhala Publications, Incorporated
Publication date: 12/5/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 192
Size: 5.00" wide x 7.70" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.418
Language: English

Jack Kornfield was trained as a Buddhist monk in Thailand, Burma, and India and has taught around the world since 1974. He also holds a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. He is a co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society and of the Spirit Rock Center. He lives in northern California.