Thomas William Rhys Davids was a distinguished British scholar of the Pali language and a pivotal figure in Oriental studies. He founded the Pali Text Society, a significant institution dedicated to the preservation and dissemination of Pali literature. His academic leadership extended to establishing the British Academy and the London School for Oriental Studies, shaping the landscape of scholarly research in these fields.
This volume collects translations of the Buddha's dialogues from Pali sources, with commentary and contextualization by husband-and-wife team Caroline and Thomas William Rhys Davids. Covering topics such as ethics, meditation, and enlightenment, these dialogues provide a unique glimpse into Buddhist thought and philosophy. A must-read for anyone interested in Buddhism or comparative religion studies.
This anthology presents a selection of Buddhist Suttas, or discourses, attributed to the Buddha himself. These dialogues, dating back more than two thousand years, offer profound insights into the nature of the self and the world, and are essential reading for anyone interested in Buddhist philosophy and practice.