The Light of Asia

The Light of Asia

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Author: Edwin Arnold
Publisher: Srishti
Year: 1999
Language: English
Pages: 220
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8187075392

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An imaginary Buddhist votary versifies to depict the life and character and indicate the philosophy of that Nobel hero and reformer, Prince Gautama of India, the An inspiring poetical rendering by Sir Edwin Arnold of the life of the Buddha, based on accounts in traditional texts.

The life, character and philosophy of the great reformer and teacher, whose wisdom and compassion have influenced and ennobled the lives of million of people for centuries, are painted here with rare charm and sympathy.

In this poem, the author, by the medium of an imaginary Buddhist votary, has sought to depict the life and character and indicate the philosophy of that nobel hero and reformer, Prince Gautama of India, the founder of Buddhism.