The Jataka V4: Or Stories Of The Buddha's Former Births

By E.B. Cowell

Book Overview

The Jataka V4: Or Stories Of The Buddha's Former Births is a book compiled by E. B. Cowell. It is a collection of ancient Buddhist tales, also known as Jataka stories, that recount the Buddha's past lives before he attained enlightenment. The book contains 50 stories, each narrating a different incarnation of the Buddha in various forms, such as animals, humans, and gods. The stories are written in a simple and accessible style, making them suitable for readers of all ages. The book provides valuable insights into Buddhist teachings, including karma, compassion, and the pursuit of enlightenment. Overall, The Jataka V4: Or Stories Of The Buddha's Former Births is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Buddhism or ancient literature.In Six Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428645306
• ISBN13: 9781428645301
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"