The Awakening Of Faith In The Mahayana Doctrine: The New Buddhism (1907) - Paperback

by Patriarch Ashvagosha (Author), Timothy Richard (Translator)

The Awakening of Faith in the Mahayana Doctrine: The New Buddhism is a book written by Ashvagosha, a Patriarch, and was first published in 1907. This book is considered one of the most important texts in Mahayana Buddhism and is a foundational text for those who seek to understand this branch of Buddhism. The book is divided into ten chapters and provides an overview of the Mahayana doctrine, its teachings, and its practices. It explores the nature of reality, the concept of emptiness, and the role of karma in shaping our lives. The book also discusses the importance of meditation and mindfulness in the Mahayana tradition, and provides guidance on how to cultivate these practices. It explores the concept of enlightenment and the path to achieving it, as well as the role of the bodhisattva in helping others to achieve enlightenment. The Awakening of Faith in the Mahayana Doctrine: The New Buddhism is a profound and insightful text that provides a comprehensive introduction to the Mahayana tradition. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Buddhism, spirituality, or philosophy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.