£54.33

The Writings on the Lotus Sutra English Translation, Volume 1: The Words and Phrases of the Lotus Sutra

Buddhism

Price data last checked 69 day(s) ago - refreshing...

View at Amazon

We'll watch every seller, every day. One email when your price arrives.

It has never been this cheap. We have no record of a lower price.

£54 today · cheaper than every other day in the last 3 months

NEW HERE?

Amazon shows you one price. We show you all of them.

Tosheroon watches Amazon prices so you don't have to. Every product on Amazon has a price history — we make it visible. Set the price you'd actually pay, and we'll email you the second it gets there. No app, no account, one email.

WHAT'S ON THIS PAGE

↓ Price chart
when this has been cheap or pricey

↓ Forecast
where the price is heading next

↓ Statistics
all-time high & low, recent range

↑ Price alert
name your number, we'll email you

Price History & Forecast

Grey patches = out of stock. Cheaper = lower on the chart. Hover for exact prices.

Last 22 days · 22 data points (no recent data)

Historical

Generating forecast…

Price Distribution

Price distribution over 22 days • 1 price levels

Days at Price

Price Analysis

Most common price: £54 (22 days, 100.0%)

Price range: £54 - £54

Price levels: 1 different prices over 22 days

Description

The Words and Phrases of the Lotus Sutra (妙法蓮華經文句 - Miaofa Lianhua Jing Wenju) is a commentary on the Lotus Sutra, a very important text in Mahayana Buddhism. Think of it like a study guide or an explanation of the Lotus Sutra's deeper meaning. Here's what it does: Explains difficult parts: It breaks down complex ideas and language used in the Lotus Sutra, making it easier to understand. Offers interpretations: It provides different ways of looking at the sutra's stories and teachings, revealing hidden meanings. Connects ideas: It shows how different parts of the Lotus Sutra fit together and relate to each other. Clarifies concepts: It clarifies key Buddhist concepts like emptiness, the Buddha nature, and skillful means. Why is it important? The Words and Phrases helps readers understand the profound message of the Lotus Sutra, which teaches that everyone has the potential to become a Buddha, an enlightened being. It's like a key that unlocks the wisdom within the Lotus Sutra, allowing people to apply its teachings to their lives. In short, the Words and Phrases of the Lotus Sutra is a helpful guide that makes the profound teachings of the Lotus Sutra more accessible and understandable. It's like a friendly teacher explaining a complex subject in a clear and engaging way. This volume is the first in a series of English translations of the classic Chinese Buddhist text, “妙法蓮華経文句” (The Words and Phrases of the Lotus Sutra). Originally composed by the eminent Chinese Buddhist scholar Zhiyi (智顗) and recorded by his disciple Guanding (灌頂), this work offers profound insights into the Lotus Sutra, one of the most revered scriptures in Mahayana Buddhism. In this translation, readers will find a meticulous rendering of the original Chinese text into English, preserving the depth and nuance of Zhiyi’s interpretations. This volume continues to explore the intricate teachings and philosophical concepts presented in the Lotus Sutra, making it accessible to a modern audience while maintaining the integrity of the original work. Ideal for scholars, practitioners, and anyone interested in Buddhist studies, this book provides a valuable resource for understanding the rich tradition and spiritual wisdom of the Lotus Sutra. I hope this description meets your needs! If you have any adjustments or additional details you’d like to include, feel free to let me know.

Product Specifications

Format: paperback
ASIN: B0DD7K64KL
Category: Books > Subjects > Religion & Spirituality > Buddhism
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 13 August 2024
Listed Since: 15 August 2024

Barcode

No barcode data available

The Writings on the Lotus Sutra English Translation, Volume 1: The Words and Phrases of the Lotus Sutra

It has never been this cheap. We have no record of a lower price.

Price History & Forecast

Price Distribution

Price Analysis

Description

Product Specifications

Barcode

Similar Products You Might Like

The Illustrated Lotus Sutra

The Ekottara Agama Sutra A New Translation with Commentary, Volume 2: A Clear and Accessible Translation for the Modern Reader (The Madhyama Āgama Sutra)

The Ekottara Agama Sutra A New Translation with Commentary, Volume 1: A Clear and Accessible Translation for the Modern Reader (The Madhyama Āgama Sutra)

The Yogācāra Philosophy of Vasubandhu: Featuring the Twenty Verses, Thirty Verses, and Paramārtha's Mahāyāna Treatise on Consciousness-Only

Connected Discourses of the Buddha: A Translation of the Samyutta Nikaya (Teachings of the Buddha)

Buddhism, the Internet, and Digital Media: The Pixel in the Lotus (Routledge Studies in Religion and Digital Culture)

The Buddha Within Ourselves: Blossoms of the Lotus Sutra

The Thought of Sangharakshita: A Critical Assessment

Ornament of the Great Vehicle Sutras: Maitreya's Mahayanasutralamkara with Commentaries by Khenpo Shenga and Ju Mipham: 3 (Maitreya Texts)

New Translation: A Translation of the Majjhima Nikaya (The Middle Length Sayings: Majjhima-Nikaya)

A Handbook of Korean Zen Practice: A Mirror on the Son School of Buddhism (Son'ga Kwigam) (Korean Academy Library (KAL)) (Korean Classics Library: Philosophy and Religion)

Hidden Secrets of Buddhism - Live With Maximum Impact

The Complete Nyingma Tradition from Sutra to Tantra, Books 1 to 10: Foundations of the Buddhist Path

The Lankavatara Sutra in Modern English Volume2: Featuring Three Foundational Chinese Translations and Two Key Commentaries

The Training Anthology of Santideva: A Translation Of The Siksa-Samuccaya

Kumarajiva: The Transcreator of Buddhist Chinese Diction

Routledge Genealogies of Mahayana Buddhism - Academic Text

Early Buddhist Meditation: The Four Jhanas as the Actualization of Insight (Routledge Critical Studies in Buddhism)

The Lankavatara Sutra in Modern English Volume3: Featuring Three Foundational Chinese Translations and Two Key Commentaries

Readings of the Platform Sutra (Columbia Readings of Buddhist Literature)

Elaborations on Emptiness: Uses of the Heart Sūtra

The Lankavatara Sutra in Modern English Volume1: Featuring Three Foundational Chinese Translations and Two Key Commentaries

Early Buddhist Meditation: The Four Jhanas as the Actualization of Insight (Routledge Critical Studies in Buddhism)

The Formation of Ch`an Ideology in China and Kor – The Vajrasamadhi–Sutra, a Buddhist Apocryphon: 153 (Princeton Legacy Library)