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The Dhammapada

Series: Penguin Little Black Classics
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The Dhammapada is a revered Buddhist scripture containing collections of sayings by the Buddha. It presents key teachings on ethics, mindfulness, and the path to enlightenment, offering guidance on overcoming suffering and achieving spiritual awakening. The book is a cornerstone of Buddhist philosophy, revered for its wisdom and simplicity.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you are seeking profound wisdom and spiritual teachings that offer guidance on leading a moral and enlightened life. It presents ancient Buddhist verses that emphasise ethical conduct, mental discipline, and the pursuit of inner peace, making it a timeless resource for personal growth and reflection.

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The Dhammapada

Takes us from a balloon ride over Victorian London to a garden of blossom in Japan, from Tierra del Fuego to 16th-century California and the Russian steppe. This book features stories lyrical and savage; poems epic and intimate; essays satirical and inspirational; and ideas that have shaped the lives of millions.

Ancient aphorisms on endurance, self-control and perfect joy, widely acknowledged as the Buddha's own teachings.

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Ancient aphorisms on endurance, self-control and perfect joy, widely acknowledged as the Buddha's own teachings.

The Dhammapada includes the powerful insight:

'Hate is not conquered by hate—hate is conquered by love. This is a law eternal.'

Captivating aphorisms illustrating the Buddhist dhamma, or moral system.

Introducing Little Black Classics—80 books for Penguin’s 80th birthday. Little Black Classics celebrate the huge range and diversity of Penguin Classics, with books from around the world and across many centuries. They take us from a balloon ride over Victorian London to a garden of blossom in Japan, from Tierra del Fuego to 16th-century California and the Russian steppe.

Here are stories lyrical and savage; poems epic and intimate; essays satirical and inspirational; and ideas that have shaped the lives of millions.

Series: Penguin Little Black Classics

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The Dhammapada is often praised for its profound wisdom and timeless teachings that provide guidance on ethical living and self-reflection. Readers appreciate its clarity and the way it distils core Buddhist principles into poetic verses. It's known for being accessible to both newcomers and those familiar with Buddhist philosophy, offering insights that encourage a mindful and compassionate approach to life.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141398815

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 February 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 110.0mm

Height: 160.0mm

Weight: 54g

Pages: 64

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Non-Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Religion & Spirituality Series: Penguin Little Black Classics

About the Author

The authors of The Dhammapada are unknown.

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