Overview
Siksha-Samuccaya: A Compendium of Buddhist Doctrine is a book written by Santideva and originally published in 1922. The book is a collection of teachings and doctrines from the Buddhist tradition, compiled by Santideva from various sources. The book is divided into six chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Buddhist doctrine. The first chapter discusses the importance of cultivating the mind and the virtues of compassion, wisdom, and generosity. The second chapter focuses on the importance of ethical conduct, including the five precepts and the ten virtuous actions. The third chapter delves into the concept of emptiness, which is a central tenet of Buddhist philosophy. The fourth chapter discusses the importance of meditation and mindfulness in achieving enlightenment. The fifth chapter covers the concept of bodhisattva, which refers to someone who is dedicated to attaining enlightenment for the benefit of all beings. The final chapter discusses the importance of studying and understanding the Buddhist teachings, and the role of the teacher in guiding students on the path to enlightenment. Overall, Siksha-Samuccaya: A Compendium of Buddhist Doctrine is a comprehensive and insightful guide to Buddhist philosophy, ethics, and practice. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of Buddhist teachings and applying them to their daily life.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.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.
- | Author: Santideva
- | Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
- | Publication Date: Aug 07, 2014
- | Number of Pages: 336 pages
- | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
- | ISBN-10: 1498157610
- | ISBN-13: 9781498157612
