Dhammapada

Annotated and Explained

By: Jack Maguire (Editor), Max Muller (Translator), F. Max-Muller (Translator)

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Paperback | 1 February 2002

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Ancient words of the Buddha ("awakened one") that can become a companion for your own spiritual journey.

The Dhammapada ("Path of the Buddha''s Teachings") is a daily inspiration for millions of Buddhists all over the world and for people of all spiritual traditions who have been impressed by its beauty and power. These words—believed to have been spoken by the Buddha himself over 2,500 years ago—contain most of Buddhism''s central teachings.

Originally composed in the ancient language of Pali, this timeless text concisely and inspirationally portrays the route a person travels as he or she advances toward enlightenment. With poetic sequence and rhythm, the Dhammapada describes the fundamental role of mental conditioning in making us who we are. It paints contrasting portraits of three levels of our human existence—the fool, the wise one and the enlightened one—and addresses specific aspects of experience, conduct and belief that characterize our transformation from one of these modes of being to another.

Now you can experience the Dhammapada with understanding even if you have no previous knowledge of Buddhism. This SkyLight Illuminations edition offers insightful yet unobtrusive commentary that explains references and philosophical terms, shares the inspiring interpretations of famous spiritual teachers, and gives you deeper insight into the text.

Industry Reviews

"The pith of Buddha's teachings are herein wondrously and excellently presented."
-Joan Halifax Roshi, Head Teacher, Upaya Zen Center

"Provides access to the wisdom of the text in a way that invites further exploration of one's own transformation."
-Kay Lindahl, founder, The Listening Center; author, The Sacred Art of Listening: Forty Reflections for Cultivating a Spiritual Practice

"The words of the Buddha become fresh and alive in this wonderful edition. Wisdom shines through, ready for application in daily life."
-Ani Konchog Drolma, head of monastic training at Gampo Abbey

"A friendly introduction to a sacred text at the heart of Buddhist teaching."
-Marcia Z. Nelson, author, Come and Sit: A Week Inside Meditation Centers

"These verses can be read and appreciated simply as wise philosophy; as such, they are part of the great literature of the world. But for those who would follow it to the end, the Dhammapada is a sure guide to nothing less than the highest goal life can offer: self-realization."
-Eknath Easwaran

"The verses, along with well-placed guiding annotations, will be inspiring to young people exploring the Buddhist path."
-Sumi Loundon, editor, Blue Jean Buddha: Voices of Young Buddhists

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Non-Fiction Religion & Beliefs Buddhism Buddhist Worship Buddhist Life & Practice Aspects of Religion for Non-Christians Sacred Texts Spirituality & Religious Experience

Foreword	p. ix
Acknowledgments and Dedication	p. xvii
About the Dhammapada	p. xix
The Twin Verses	p. 3
Vigilance	p. 9
The Mind	p. 13
Flowers	p. 17
The Fool	p. 21
The Wise One	p. 27
The Enlightened One	p. 31
Better than a Thousand	p. 35
Evil	p. 39
Punishment	p. 43
Old Age	p. 47
Self	p. 51
The World	p. 55
The Buddha	p. 59
Happiness	p. 63
Pleasure	p. 67
Anger	p. 71
Impurity	p. 75
The Just	p. 81
The Way	p. 85
Miscellany	p. 91
The Downward Course	p. 95
The Elephant	p. 99
Thirst	p. 103
The Monk	p. 111
The Brahman	p. 117
Sources and Suggested Readings	p. 126
List of Special Terms	p. 128
About SkyLight Paths	p. 130
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