Buddhist texts

The Tripitaka is a term referring to the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures, including texts believed to be from the historical Buddha.

Can studying Pali – the language of the earliest Buddhist texts – get us closer to what the Buddha actually said, in his very own words? In this short and brilliant book, Richard Gombrich suggests that this may well be possible ... Visit our website for more from this series: https://mudpiebooks.com

For most of us, sushi is synonymous with Japan. But did you know sushi is also associated with the word 'shari', which in turn arises from the Sanskrit word 'zaali' meaning rice!

Zen Buddhist Text

The Shurangama Mantra is a long and old mantra of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Buddhism. Although relatively unknown in modern Tibet, there are several texts of the Shurangama Mantra in the Vajrayana Buddhist canon. It is related to the Tangmi and Shingon schools. The word “Suramgama” is translated as “Great Samantha Firmly”. It means Buddha nature, the inherent true nature of all sentient beings that all Buddhist schools refer to. #Buddhism #BuddhistMantra

This passage, from a Buddhist text 'The Diamond Sutra', emphasises the impermanence and illusory nature of all things in this world.

The Tibetan culture and identity can only be preserved and protected by the Tibetans themselves and not by any others.

The Upanishads, a collection of ancient texts, hold a revered position in spiritual literature. Rooted in the profound wisdom of ancient Indian philosophy, these texts explore the nature of existence, the self, and the ultimate reality. Often considered the culmination of the Vedas, the Upanishads delve into profound insights that transcend time and continue to […] The post Upanishads Are Books On? appeared first on WorldAuthors.Org.

Buddha - May all onlookers feel the Lord Buddha’s compassionate grace. May the Artist who draw these pictures forgive me and may he inherit all the happiness we feel !