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The Maháwan?o in Roman Characters, Vol. 1 of 2: With the Translation Subjoined; And an Introductory Essay on Pali Buddhistical Literature; Containing the First Thirty Eight Chapters (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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In explaining the second unintentional perversion of the text above referred to, I shall have to notice the mischievous effects which result from appending notes of explanation, when the text is not thoroughly understood.
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- Publication date2024
- ISBN 10 1527735141
- ISBN 13 9781527735149
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- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages442
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a translation of the Mahawanso, a renowned Pali historical text, providing insights into the history of the island of Ceylon, from its legendary origins to the reign of King Prakrama Bahat of Kotte in 1482 CE. The first part of the book is attributed to Mahanamo, a nephew of King Dhatusena, and was compiled in the 5th century CE. It provides a detailed account of the arrival of Buddhism in Ceylon and the establishment of the religion on the island. The book also includes a comprehensive account of the political history of Ceylon, including the reigns of many kings and queens, as well as the construction of important religious monuments. The Mahawanso offers a valuable glimpse into the historical, cultural, and religious development of Ceylon. 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 # 9781527735149_0
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