Synopsis "Buddhist Texts Through the Ages (in English)"
Buddhist Texts Through The Ages is a comprehensive book written by Edward Conze that provides a detailed exploration of the Buddhist tradition through the ages. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period in Buddhist history, starting with the early Buddhist texts and continuing through to the modern era.The book includes a wide range of Buddhist texts, including Sutras, Tantras, and commentaries, as well as works from different Buddhist traditions, such as Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana. The texts are presented in their original language, with English translations provided alongside them.Throughout the book, Conze provides insightful commentary and analysis of the texts, helping readers to understand their historical context and significance. He also explores the key themes and concepts of Buddhism, such as the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and the concept of emptiness.Buddhist Texts Through The Ages is an essential resource for anyone interested in Buddhism, whether they are new to the tradition or have been studying it for years. It provides a comprehensive overview of Buddhist history and philosophy, and is sure to be a valuable addition to any Buddhist scholar's library.This is a new release of the original 1954 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.
