An invaluable guide and reference book to Buddhist sacred texts, The Eternal Legacy gives students of Buddhism an unparalleled overview of texts from canonical Pali works to Mahayana sutras, together with their doctrinal and historical context and significance. It brilliantly and concisely summarizes the essence of core Buddhist teachings such as the Diamond Sutra, Lotus Sutra, Flower Ornament Sutra and Perfection of Wisdom scriptures. The author also addresses the question of what actually constitutes Buddhism's authentic canonical literature.
| ISBN: | 9781909314054 |
| Publication date: | 27th September 2013 |
| Author: | Sangharakshita |
| Publisher: | Windhorse Publications Ltd |
| Format: | Ebook (Epub) |