num_pages: 334
description: The grandeur, simplicity, and freshness of the 2,500-year-old tradition of Buddhism are reflected in this collection of writings intended as a primer for newcomers to the subject as well as a reference for those familiar with Buddhism. The selections include:     •  The story of the Buddha's life.    •  A concise historical background.    •  Key writings of Theravada, Mahayana, Zen, and Tibetan Buddhism.    •  Meditation instructions.    •  A Buddhist explanation of reincarnation.    •  Simple explanations of terms.    •  A pictorial survey of Buddhist art and architecture.
language: English
title: An Introduction to the Buddha and His Teachings
titlecomplete: An Introduction to the Buddha and His Teachings
genres: Buddhism, Spirituality, Philosophy, Religion, Zen, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 258
publisher: Barnes & Noble Books