A Buddhist Bible
The Essential Scriptures of the Zen BuddhismBy Dwight Goddard
Length7h 59m
About this audiobook
In "A Buddhist Bible," Dwight Goddard curates a seminal anthology that distills the essence of Buddhist thought and practice, rendering it accessible to Western audiences. Compiled in the early 20th century, the text combines suttas from the Pali Canon, Mahayana scriptures, and various Zen teachings, showcasing a diverse landscape of Buddhist philosophy. Goddard's literary style is characterized by clarity and precision, enabling readers to appreciate the profound spiritual insights embedded within these teachings. The work situates itself in the broader context of spiritual exploration during an era when Eastern philosophies began to permeate Western consciousness, reflecting both a quest for enlightenment and a dialogue between cultures. Dwight Goddard was a pivotal figure in American Buddhism and played a vital role in introducing Buddhist concepts to the Western world. His extensive travels in Asia and his affiliations with various Buddhist scholars yielded a rich comprehension of the traditions he sought to bridge with Western ideologies. Goddard's experiences, coupled with his commitment to disseminating Buddhist wisdom, illuminate his intentions in creating this compilation. For those interested in exploring the profound and transformative nature of Buddhist teachings, "A Buddhist Bible" serves as an essential gateway. Whether you are new to Buddhism or are seeking to deepen your understanding, Goddard's anthology is invaluable, offering illumination, wisdom, and solace in the modern spiritual landscape.
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GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length7 hrs 59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 23, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2PREFACE
3HISTORY OF CH’AN BUDDHISM PREVIOUS TO THE TIMES OF HUI-NENG (WEI-LANG)
4Preface
5Introduction
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6Chapter I Discrimination
7Chapter II False-Imagination and Knowledge of Appearances
8Chapter III Right Knowledge or Knowledge of Relations
9Chapter IV Perfect Knowledge, or Knowledge of Reality
10Chapter V The Mind System
11Chapter VI Transcendental Intelligence
12Chapter VII Self-Realisation
13Chapter VIII The Attainment of Self- Realisation
14Chapter IX The Fruit of Self- Realisation
15Chapter X Discipleship: Lineage of the Arhats
16Chapter XI Bodhisattvahood and Its Stages
17Chapter XII Tathagatahood Which Is Noble Wisdom
18Chapter XIII Nirvana
19Preface
20The Diamond Scripture (Vajracchedika Sutra)
21Preface
22Sutra of Transcendental Wisdom (Maha-prajna-paramita-hridaya)
23Preface
24Chapter I Autobiography of Hui-Neng
25Chapter II Discourse on Prajna1
26Chapter III Discourse on Dhyana and Samadhi1
27Chapter IV Discourse on Repentance1
28Chapter V Discourse on the Three-Bodies of Buddha
29Chapter VI Dialogues Suggested by Various Temperaments and Circumstances
30Chapter VII Sudden Enlightenment and Gradual Attainment1
31Chapter VIII Royal Patronage
32Chapter IX Final Words and Death of the Patriarch
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