The Philosophy Of Desire In The Buddhist Pali Canon

Author : David Webster
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Buddhism
ISBN : 0415346525

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The Philosophy of Desire in the Buddhist Pali Canon by David Webster Pdf

David Webster explores the notion of desire as found in the Buddhist Pali Canon. Beginning by addressing the idea of a 'paradox of desire', whereby we must desire to end desire, the varieties of desire that are articulated in the Pali texts are examined. A range of views of desire, as found in Western thought, are presented as well as Hindu and Jain approaches. An exploration of the concept of ditthi(view or opinion) is also provided, exploring the way in which 'holding views' can be seen as analogous to the process of desiring. Other subjects investigated include the mind-body relationship, the range of Pali terms for desire, and desire's positive spiritual value. A comparative exploration of the various approaches completes the work.

Author : Grace G. Burford
Publisher : Peter Lang Incorporated, International Academic Publishers
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : UOM:39015033260053

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Desire, Death, and Goodness by Grace G. Burford Pdf

In this provocative study of a very early Buddhist text (the Atthakavagga) and two Theravada commentaries on it, Grace G. Burford highlights the significant differences between the Atthakavagga teaching concerning the ideal goal and the orthodox Theravada understanding of that summum bonum. Guiding the reader through a careful examination of these texts, Dr. Burford argues that - in contrast to the consistent and coherent value system of the Atthakavagga - the normative Theravada value system is split by the inclusion of metaphysical factors in the description of the ultimate goal.

Author : Archie J. Bahm
Publisher : Jain Publishing Company
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Buddhism
ISBN : 9780875730257

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Philosophy of the Buddha by Archie J. Bahm Pdf

What did the Buddha actually teach? For those seeking an answer to this question and to understand Buddhism as an important part of the world's religious and cultural heritage, Philosophy of the Buddha is an excellent introduction and guide. The author's purpose is to state the philosophy of Gotama, the man himself, by a careful study of the original records. He cuts through layers of devout and theological speculation - much as higher biblical criticism has done in Christianity - and presents clearly and concisely the real humanly significant roots and permanent values of many aspects of Buddhist thought.

Author : G F Allen
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2013-04-15
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781135029616

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The Buddha's Philosophy by G F Allen Pdf

This study, originally published in 1959, traces the origin of Buddhism in Brahmanism, and fixes its relationship to Hinduism, describing and stressing the basic importance of Buddhist contemplation. The first half of the book introduces the very heart of Buddhism, while the second part presents the Teaching itself, as handed down in the canonical writings of the ancient East.

Author : Frank Hoffman,Deegalle Mahinda
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2013-12-16
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781136785603

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Pali Buddhism by Frank Hoffman,Deegalle Mahinda Pdf

This is an interdisciplinary and holistic survey of Pali Buddhism, covering philological, indigenous and philosophical approaches in a single volume. The work is divided into three main sections: Philological Foundations; Insiders' Understandings; and Philosophical Implications.

Author : Bodhi
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2005-07-28
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9780861714919

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In the Buddha's Words by Bodhi Pdf

"This landmark collection is the definitive introduction to the Buddha's teachings in his own words. The American scholar monk Bhikkhu Bodhi, whose voluminous translations have won widespread acclaim, here presents selected discourses of the Buddha from the Pali Canon, the earliest record of what the Buddha taught. Divided into ten thematic chapters, In the Buddha's Words reveals the full scope of the Buddha's discourses, from family life and marriage to renunciation and the path of insight. A concise informative introduction precedes each chapter, guiding the reader toward a deeper understanding of the texts that follow." "In the Buddha's Words allows even readers unacquainted with Buddhism to grasp the significance of the Buddha's contributions to our world heritage. Taken as a whole, these texts bear eloquent testimony to the breadth and intelligence of the Buddha's teachings, and point the way to an ancient yet ever vital path. Students and seekers alike will find this systematic presentation indispensable."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Arthur Berriedale Keith
Publisher : Asian Educational Services
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1996-12
Category : Buddhism
ISBN : 8120610539

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Buddhist Philosophy in India and Ceylon by Arthur Berriedale Keith Pdf

Author : José Ignacio Cabezón
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 632 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2017-10-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781614293682

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Sexuality in Classical South Asian Buddhism by José Ignacio Cabezón Pdf

A prolific scholar surveys classical Buddhism’s approach to sex, gender, and sexual orientation in this landmark volume. More than twenty-five years in the making, this detailed sourcebook on Buddhist understandings of sexuality, desire, ethics, and deviance in classical South Asia is filled with both engaging translations and original and provocative analysis. Jose Cabezon, the XIVth Dalai Lama Professor at the University of California Santa Barbara, marshals an incredible array of scriptures, legal and medical texts, and philosophical treatises, explaining the subtleties of this ancient literature in lucid prose. This work will be of immense interest not only to scholars of Buddhism and gender studies but also to lay readers who want to learn more about traditional Buddhist attitudes toward sex.

Author : Clark Gillian
Publisher : Brave New Books
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2021-07-16
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9789464353006

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The Gender Neutral Buddhist Path of Truth by Clark Gillian Pdf

The gender-neutral translation of the classical text "The Path of Truth" with side-by-side source text in sanskrit, is also known as the Dhammapada: the path of truth. It is one of the central texts of the Pali Canon and is built entirely on the sayings of the Buddha. Considered to be the most succinct of buddhist teaching, it remains to this day an extremely accessible introduction to the philosophy. This modern interpretation and translation of the Path of Truth provides a side-by-side of the Sanskrit source text from the Sutta Pittaka, the collection of Sanskrit texts on the teachings of the Buddha, and is known for its short and powerful verses.

Author : Peter Harvey
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2013-09-13
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781136783296

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The Selfless Mind by Peter Harvey Pdf

This careful analysis of early Buddhist thought opens out a perspective in which no permanent Self is accepted, but a rich analysis of changing and potent mental processes is developed. It explores issues relating to the not-Self teaching: self-development, moral responsibility, the between-lives period, and the 'undetermined questions' on the world, on the 'life principle' and on the liberated one after death. It examines the 'person' as a flowing continuity centred on consciousness or discernment (vinnana) configured in changing minds-sets (cittas). The resting state of this is seen as 'brightly shining' - like the 'Buddha nature' of Mahayana thought - so as to represent the potential for Nirvana. Nirvana is then shown to be a state in which consciousness transcends all objects, and thus participates in a timeless, unconditioned realm.

Author : Qiancheng Li
Publisher : The Chinese University of Hong Kong Press
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2020-11-15
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9789882371224

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Transmutations of Desire by Qiancheng Li Pdf

In the West, love occupies center stage in the modern age, whether in art, intellectual life, or the economic life. We may observe a similar development in China, on its own impetus, which has resulted in this characteristic of modernity--this feature of modern life has been securely and unambiguously established, not the least facilitated by the thriving of literature about qing, whether in traditional or modern forms. Qiancheng Li concentrates on the nuances of a similar trend manifested in the Chinese context. The emphasis is on critical readings of the texts that have shaped this trend, including important Ming- and Qing-dynasty works of drama, Buddhist texts and other religious/philosophical works, in all their subtlety and evocative power. "The power of qing or strong emotion is a major theme in late imperial Chinese literature--some writers asserting that it can transcend even life itself. Qiancheng Li surveys a number of seventeenth-century philosophical, religious, and literary texts to elucidate the metaphysical aspects of emotional attachment and of sexual desire in particular. Through his broad and penetrating reading, Li demonstrates incontrovertibly how, to seventeenth-century writers, qing and religion were inextricably linked. To those writers, qing could bring enlightenment, and certainly Li’s study enlightens its readers to new levels of complexity in major literary works of that period. Transmutations of Desire sets a major new milestone in the study of traditional Chinese culture."--Robert E. Hegel, Washington University in St. Louis

Author : Andrew Skilton
Publisher : Windhorse Publications
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2013-06-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781909314122

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Concise History of Buddhism by Andrew Skilton Pdf

An ideal introduction to the history of Buddhism. Andrew Skilton - a writer on and practitioner of Buddhism - explains the development of the basic concepts of Buddhism during its 2,500 years of history and describes its varied developments in India, Buddhism's homeland, as well as its spread across Asia, from Mongolia to Sri Lanka and from Japan to the Middle East. A fascinating insight into the historical progress of one of the world's great religions.

Author : Timo Airaksinen,Wojciech W. Gasparski
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2018-02-06
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781351522540

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Desire by Timo Airaksinen,Wojciech W. Gasparski Pdf

Desire is a rich term meaning wish and want, willingness and relish, appetite and lust. This volume is an effort to analyse the concept of desire and its different practical contexts from a morally philosophic point of view. By analysing multiple definitions and studying underlying motivations, the authors offer a variety of explanations and interpretations. The volume consists of three main parts. The first part, "Desire and Practice," examines desire as a mental state that seeks personal satisfaction. The second part of the volume, "Desire and Moral Life," explores social, cultural, and literary facets of desire. Finally, in the third part, "Business Ethics and Other Contexts," the authors apply PR axiological principles to the business world, examining the conflict between frugality and consumerist ideology, the role of intuition in decision-making, and the need for design education as the basis of effective planning. The contributors to this, the newest volume in Transaction's Praxeology series, seek to explore desire in PR axiological terms, with an eye toward the three E's of praxeology: ethics, effectiveness, and efficiency. In doing so, they demonstrate that desire is central for practical activity in general and work in particular.

Author : H. Saddhatissa
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2013-10-31
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781136772931

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The Sutta-Nipata by H. Saddhatissa Pdf

This is one of the oldest collections of Buddhist discourses in the Pali canon; by far one of the most popular as well as the most important. Written in a mixture of prose and verse, it presents a code of conduct and provides the basis for a system of moral philosophy. A prime source work.

Author : Emily Ryall,Wendy Russell,Malcolm MacLean
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2013-04-12
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781136269912

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The Philosophy of Play by Emily Ryall,Wendy Russell,Malcolm MacLean Pdf

Play is a vital component of the social life and well-being of both children and adults. This book examines the concept of play and considers a variety of the related philosophical issues. It also includes meta-analyses from a range of philosophers and theorists, as well as an exploration of some key applied ethical considerations. The main objective of The Philosophy of Play is to provide a richer understanding of the concept and nature of play and its relation to human life and values, and to build disciplinary and paradigmatic bridges between scholars of philosophy and scholars of play. Including specific chapters dedicated to children and play, and exploring the work of key thinkers such as Plato, Sartre, Wittgenstein, Gadamer, Deleuze and Nietzsche, this book is invaluable reading for any advanced student, researcher or practitioner with an interest in education, playwork, leisure studies, applied ethics or the philosophy of sport.