The Path Of The Elders A Modern Exposition Of Ancient Buddhism

About the Book:-This volume presents a popular and modern discussion of the Buddhist sect of Theravada, accepted by some to the original thought of Buddhism. Often called the Hinayana, it stands in distinction to the other sect of Mahayana. Individual exertion, rather than community striving, is the underlying current in Hinayana. This school is now found in Ceylon, Burma and Thailand. The book is on the form of a series of papers that notice each fundamental aspect individually. This book is on Theravada Buddhism. Although written in the 1920's the content is relevant to today's thinking on morality and ethics. It's a wonderful introduction to Theravada Buddhism. Roughly speaking, Buddhism falls into these two divisions: the Hinayana (sometimes called Southern Buddhism), referring to the methods of reaching Nibbana by individual exertion and therefore represented as the little vehicle, for each man constructs his own raft upon which to cross the stream of transitory existence; the Mahayana (also called Northern Buddhism), on the other hand, as a collective vehicle for the masses, requiring less individual understanding and effort, and depending more upon the guidance of those who constitute themselves leaders to salvation. Among the chapters the reader will find sound and informative material on: the Great Recognitions; the Noble Eight-Fold Path; the Soul; Kamma (Karma); the Five Constituents; Nibbana (Nirvana); the Universe; Deity and the final chapter is on the Brotherhood. A classic exposition of the Buddhist faith written with the western audience in mind, first published in 1928. About the Author:-Ernest Erle Power was a reputed author, translator and compiler. He has 7 works in 15 publications in 4 languages and 62 library holdings to his credit. His genres of works are academic theses. He is the author of books such as -- Itoe djalanan dari jang perna toea : pembeberan satjara modern dari Buddhisme jang koeno; Wat zegt Mohammed omtrent Jezus; Some chapters in the history of English nunneries in the later Middle Ages; What does Muhammad say about Jesus? The path of the elders: a modern exposition of ancient Buddhism. The Title 'The Path Of The Elders A Modern Exposition Of Ancient Buddhism written/authored/edited by Ernest Erle Power', published in the year 2020. The ISBN 9788121238793 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 255 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is . Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol:-