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IT is well known that amongst the Buddhist 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 occa sion 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. The stories so told are said to have been reverently learnt and repeated by his disciples; and immediately after his death 550 Of them were gathered together in one collection, called the Book Of the 550 J atakae or Births; the commentary to which gives for each J Etaka, or Birth Story, an.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1330048458
- ISBN 13 9781330048450
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages492
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book encapsulates a captivating collection of ancient Indian stories, fables, and fairy tales, drawn from an extensive body of Buddhist scriptures. These tales, known as JÄtakas, have been preserved in their original PÄli text, and the author has painstakingly translated them into English, retaining the captivating style and spirit of the Buddhist storytellers. The tales are not only entertaining but also provide valuable insights into the everyday life, beliefs, and modes of thought of the ancient Indian people. Beyond their entertainment value, these stories also hold historical significance, as the author traces their migration through various cultures and languages, from their Buddhist origins to their eventual incorporation into Western folklore, including the beloved fables attributed to Aesop. The book offers a unique perspective on the interconnectedness of world literature and the enduring power of storytelling as a means of cultural exchange and moral instruction. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330048450_0
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