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First Buddhist Women is a readable, contemporary translation of and commentary on the enlightenment verses of the first female disciples of the Buddha. The book explores Buddhisms relatively liberal attitude towards women since its founding nearly 2,600 years ago, through the study of the Therigatham, the earliest know collection of womens religious poetry. Through commentary and storytelling, author Susan Murcott traces the journey of the wives, mothers, teachers, courtesan, prostitutes, and wanderers who became leaders in the Buddhist community, roles that even today are rarely filled by women in other patriarchal religions. Their poetry beautifully expresses their search for spiritual attainment and their struggles in society.
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- Q: What is 'First Buddhist Women: Poems and Stories of Awakening' about? A: The book presents a contemporary translation and commentary on the enlightenment verses of the first female disciples of the Buddha, exploring the roles of women in Buddhism through the Therigatham, the earliest collection of women's religious poetry.
- Q: Who is the author of 'First Buddhist Women'? A: The author of the book is Susan Murcott, who examines the experiences of women in Buddhism and their contributions to the spiritual community.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on February 9, 2002.
- Q: How many pages does 'First Buddhist Women' have? A: The book contains 240 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of 'First Buddhist Women' is paperback.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Buddhism? A: Yes, 'First Buddhist Women' is written in a readable format that makes it suitable for both beginners and those more familiar with Buddhist teachings.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'First Buddhist Women'? A: The book explores themes of spiritual attainment, the historical roles of women in Buddhism, and their struggles within a patriarchal society.
- Q: Does this book include original poetry? A: Yes, the book includes translations of original poems from the Therigatham, showcasing the voices of the first Buddhist women.
- Q: What genre does 'First Buddhist Women' fall under? A: The book is categorized under Criticism & Theory.