Santideva

Siksha-Samuccaya: A Compendium of Buddhist Doctrine is a book written by Santideva and originally published in 1922. The book is a collection of teachings and doctrines from the Buddhist tradition, compiled by Santideva from various sources. The book is divided into six chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Buddhist doctrine. The first chapter discusses the importance of cultivating the mind and the virtues of compassion, wisdom, and generosity. The second chapter focuses on the importance of ethical conduct, including the five precepts and the ten virtuous actions. The third chapter delves into the concept of emptiness, which is a central tenet of Buddhist philosophy. The fourth chapter discusses the importance of meditation and mindfulness in achieving enlightenment. The fifth chapter covers the concept of bodhisattva, which refers to someone who is dedicated to attaining enlightenment for the benefit of all beings. The final chapter discusses the importance of studying and understanding the Buddhist teachings, and the role of the teacher in guiding students on the path to enlightenment. Overall, Siksha-Samuccaya: A Compendium of Buddhist Doctrine is a comprehensive and insightful guide to Buddhist philosophy, ethics, and practice. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of Buddhist teachings and applying them to their daily life. This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition. 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.

Written in India in the early eighth century AD, Santideva's Bodhicaryavatara became one of the most popular accounts of the Buddhist's spiritual path. The Bodhicaryavatara takes as its subject the profound desire to become a Buddha and save all beings from suffering. The person who enacts such a desire is a Bodhisattva. Santideva not only sets out what the Bodhisattva must do and become, he also invokes the intense feelings of aspiration which underlie such a commitment, using language which has inspired Buddhists in their religious life from his time to the present. Important as a manual of training among Mahayana Buddhists, especially in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, the Bodhicaryavatara continues to be used as the basis for teaching by modern Buddhist teachers. This is a new translation from the original language, with detailed annotations explaining allusions and technical references. The Introduction sets Santideva's work in context, and for the first time explain its structure. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.