num_pages: 133
description: Here is the core of the Buddha's teachings in his own words, as it was memorized word-for-word by his disciples and written down two hundred years after his death. These selections from the Buddhist scriptures deal with the search for truth, the way of contemplation, life, and death, living in community, and many other topics, serving as an excellent introduction to the Buddha's teaching. Whether addressed to monks and nuns, householders, outcastes, or thieves, the Buddha's teachings are characterized by one main conveying the reality of our bondage to suffering—and the supremely good news that liberation is possible. It is a concern as relevant for people today as it was for the people of north India a millenium and a half ago.
language: English
title: The Buddha Speaks - A book of guidance from Buddhist scriptures
titlecomplete: The Buddha Speaks - A book of guidance from Buddhist scriptures
genres: Self Help, Religion, Philosophy, Buddhism, Spirituality
ratings_count: 43
publisher: Shambhala