Buddhism Its History and Literature

''Buddhism: Its History and Literature'' is a comprehensive book written by T. W. Rhys Davids that explores the origins, development, and literature of Buddhism. The book presents a detailed account of the life and teachings of the Buddha, as well as the spread of Buddhism across Asia and the world. It also examines the various schools of Buddhism, their beliefs, and practices. The author delves into the rich literature of Buddhism, including the Tripitaka, the Pali Canon, and other important texts. The book provides a deep understanding of the philosophy, ethics, and spirituality of Buddhism, and its impact on society and culture. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Buddhism, its history, and literature.1909. American Lectures on the History of Religions First Series 1894-1895. This compilation of lectures delivered Rhys, the celebrated Buddhist scholar, comprises one of the earliest successful attempts at informing the Western audience about the teachings of Buddhism, its development into an international religion, the various schools that emerged with the passage of time, the sources which enable us to know its history and finally how its study began in the Western world. Contents: Lecture I. Religious Theories in India Before Buddhism; Lecture II. Authorities on Which Our Knowledge of Buddhism is Based; Lecture III. Notes on the Life of the Buddha; Lecture IV. The Secret of Buddhism; and Lecture V. The Secret of Buddhism. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.