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The Lotus Sutra by Gene Reeves

The Lotus Sutra

A Contemporary Translation of a Buddhist Classic

Gene Reeves

Wisdom Publications · Print & ebook · December 2, 2008

Buddhist ThoughtZen BuddhismBuddhist Sacred Writings
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Buddhist Sacred Writings, Zen Buddhism, Buddhist Thought
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Wisdom Publications, December 2, 2008

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The Lotus Sutra is regarded as one of the world's great religious scriptures and most influential texts. It's a seminal work in the development of Buddhism throughout East Asia and, by extension, in the development of Mahayana Buddhism throughout the world.

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Taking place in a vast and fantastical cosmic setting, the Lotus Sutra places emphasis on skillfully doing whatever is needed to serve and compassionately care for others, on breaking down distinctions between the fully enlightened buddha and the bodhisattva who vows to postpone salvation until all beings may share it, and especially on each and every being's innate capacity to become a buddha. Gene Reeves's new translation appeals to readers with little or no familiarity with technical Buddhist vocabulary, as well as long-time practitioners and students. In addition, this remarkable volume includes the full "threefold" text of this classic.

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  • Buddhist Thought
  • Inspirational & Religious Poetry
  • Buddhist Sacred Writings
Authors
Gene Reeves
Publisher
Wisdom Publications
Published
December 2, 2008
Format
Print & ebook
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Buddhist Thought