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In the history of ancient India, the figure of Asoka stands out like some great Himalayan peak, clear against the sky, resplendent in the sun, while the lower and nearer ranges are hidden by the clouds.
As an historical figure, his character has to-day a twofold interest for us: political and religious. He was the most illustrious member of a great and powerful dynasty, which has left indelible traces of its achievements on Indian history, and he was the leader in his own day of a spiritual movement which, spreading far with profound effect, marked an epoch in the history of the Eastern world, and has exercised a religious influence upon a third of the human race.
It was inevitable that there should be a large admixture of legend and myth in the mass of tradition that has gathered round the name of Asoka: the same is true of all the heroes of antiquity who have impressed themselves on the popular imagination; of the English King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, of the good King Alfred, and of St. Louis, the saintly King of France; but a remarkable fact about Asoka is that we have at our disposal, clearly distinguishable from the almost unlimited amount of myth, a limited but still very considerable amount of authentic and indisputable evidence of a most interesting kind, by which he is brought nearer to us and made more real than any other monarch of ancient days in India. Recently this evidence has been accumulating. The researches of scholars and the excavations of the Archæological Survey have combined to place at our disposal fresh sources of information, in some cases confirming what had previously been conjecture, and in others adding to the sum of ascertained knowledge new facts of very great value.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 133031512X
- ISBN 13 9781330315125
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages101
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of Ashoka, an illustrious ruler of the Maurya Empire in ancient India. Born into a noble family and raised in luxury, Ashoka renounced worldly pleasures to embrace the teachings of Buddhism. This profound transformation led him to become a fervent advocate for non-violence and compassion. Ashoka's reign is renowned for its emphasis on morality and justice. He promoted the construction of hospitals, rest houses, and wells for the well-being of his subjects. His edicts, inscribed on pillars and rocks throughout his vast empire, proclaimed his principles of ethical conduct and social harmony. They emphasized respect for all life, abstention from violence, truthfulness, and tolerance. This book illuminates Ashoka's transformative journey and the profound impact of his Buddhist faith on his rule. His legacy continues to inspire people today, demonstrating the enduring power of compassion and non-violence as guiding principles for a more just and peaceful society. 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 # 9781330315125_0
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