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The Suttanipata: An Ancient Collection of the Buddha's Discourses Together with Its Commentaries (The Teachings of the Buddha),New
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This landmark volume in the Teachings of the Buddha series translates the Suttanipata, a text that matches the Dhammapada in its concise power and its centrality to the Buddhist tradition. Celebrated translator Bhikkhu Bodhi illuminates this text and its classical commentaries with elegant renderings and authoritative annotations.The Suttanipata, or Group of Discourses is a collection of discourses ascribed to the Buddha that includes some of the most popular suttas of the Pali Canon, among them the Discourse on LovingKindness Sutta. The suttas are primarily in verse, though several are in mixed prose and verse. The Suttanipata contains discourses that extol the figure of the muni, the illumined sage, who wanders homeless completely detached from the world. Other suttas, such as the Discourse on Downfall and theDiscourse on Blessings, establish the foundations of Buddhist lay ethics. The last two chaptersthe Atthakavagga (Chapter of Octads) and the Parayanavagga (The Way to the Beyond)are considered to be among the most ancient parts of the Pali Canon. The Atthakavagga advocates a critical attitude toward views and doctrines. The Parayanavagga is a beautiful poem in which sixteen spiritual seekers travel across India to meet the Buddha and ask him profound questions pertaining to the highest goal.The commentary, the Paramatthajotika, relates the background story to each sutta and explains each verse in detail. The volume includes numerous excerpts from the Niddesa, an ancient commentary already included in the Pali Canon, which offers detailed expositions of each verse in the Atthakavagga, the Parayanavagga, and the Rhinoceros Horn Sutta.Translator Bhikkhu Bodhi provides an insightful, indepth introduction, a guide to the individual suttas, extensive notes, a list of parallels to the discourses of the Suttanipata, and a list of the numerical sets mentioned in the commentaries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the Suttanipata? A: The Suttanipata is an ancient collection of discourses attributed to the Buddha, featuring some of the most significant suttas of the Pali Canon, including teachings on ethics and spiritual practices.
- Q: Who is the translator of this volume? A: The translator of 'The Suttanipata' is Bhikkhu Bodhi, a respected scholar known for his insightful interpretations and annotations of Buddhist texts.
- Q: What is the significance of the Suttanipata in Buddhist tradition? A: The Suttanipata is considered a fundamental text in Buddhism, similar in importance to the Dhammapada, as it encapsulates key teachings of the Buddha and provides ethical guidelines for lay followers.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains a total of 1616 pages, making it a comprehensive resource for understanding the teachings of the Buddha.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition of 'The Suttanipata' is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability and making it suitable for both personal study and as a reference work.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The Suttanipata was published on September 26, 2017.
- Q: Does the book include commentaries? A: Yes, the volume includes the Paramatthajotika commentary, which provides detailed explanations of the verses and background stories for each sutta.
- Q: Is there an introduction in this book? A: Yes, Bhikkhu Bodhi provides an insightful introduction that offers context and guidance for the individual suttas presented in the Suttanipata.
- Q: What are some key themes covered in the Suttanipata? A: Key themes include loving-kindness, ethical conduct, and the nature of spiritual seeking, with teachings that promote a critical approach to views and doctrines.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic study? A: Absolutely, 'The Suttanipata' is suitable for academic study due to its scholarly translation, extensive notes, and the inclusion of historical commentaries.