Bibliograph

Buddhist suttas for recitation, a companion for walking the Buddha's path, Bhante Henepola Gunaratana ; foreword by Bhikkhu Bodhi

Type

Label

Buddhist suttas for recitation, a companion for walking the Buddha's path, Bhante Henepola Gunaratana ; foreword by Bhikkhu Bodhi

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Buddhist suttas for recitation

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1085621365

Responsibility statement

Bhante Henepola Gunaratana ; foreword by Bhikkhu Bodhi

Sub title

a companion for walking the Buddha's path

Summary

"'Buddhist Suttas for Recitation' is the definitive collection of recitations used at the Bhڶavanڶa Society in West Virginia. The practice of regular recitation not only nurtures faith and devotion but also contributes to the growth of wisdom. The book also provides background information on devotional practice, teaches how a layperson can start a daily routine of recitation, explains the relationship between meditation and devotional practice, offers instructions on setting up an altar or shrine room, and gives advice on how to utilize these texts to enhance one's development in the Dhamma"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Refuges and precepts -- Daily devotions -- Additional readings -- Longer suttas -- Funerals and ceremonies

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