Early Buddhism

This book is an introduction to the teachings and practices of early Buddhism, as they are preserved in the Pali canon of scriptures. T. W. Rhys Davids provides a systematic analysis of the core concepts of Buddhism, such as the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and the doctrine of not-self. He also discusses the historical and cultural context of the Buddha's teachings, shedding light on their relevance to contemporary issues.

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