Siksha-Samuccaya: A Compendium Of Buddhist Doctrine (1922) by Santideva is a comprehensive guide to Buddhist teachings and practices. The book covers a wide range of topics, including ethics, meditation, the nature of reality, and the path to enlightenment. It is a compilation of various Buddhist texts and teachings, which have been organized and presented in a concise and accessible format. The author, Santideva, was a Buddhist monk and scholar who lived in India during the 7th century CE. He is best known for his work, the Bodhicharyavatara, which is considered one of the most important texts in Mahayana Buddhism. The Siksha-Samuccaya is another important work by Santideva, which has been widely studied and revered by Buddhists for centuries.The book is divided into ten chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Buddhist doctrine. The first chapter discusses the importance of studying and understanding Buddhist teachings. The second chapter covers the ethical principles of Buddhism, including the Five Precepts and the Four Noble Truths. The third chapter explores the nature of reality and the concept of emptiness. The fourth chapter discusses the various types of meditation practiced in Buddhism, including mindfulness and concentration meditation. The fifth chapter covers the concept of impermanence and the Buddhist view of death and rebirth. The sixth chapter explores the idea of karma and its role in shaping our lives. The seventh chapter discusses the importance of cultivating compassion and bodhicitta, the mind of enlightenment. The eighth chapter covers the six perfections, which are the qualities that a bodhisattva must develop in order to attain enlightenment. The ninth chapter explores the concept of emptiness in more depth, while the final chapter discusses the importance of taking refuge in the Three Jewels (the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha).Overall, Siksha-Samuccaya: A Compendium Of Buddhist Doctrine is an essential text for anyone interested in Buddhism and its teachings. It provides a comprehensive overview of Buddhist philosophy and practice, and is a valuable resource for both beginners and advanced practitioners alike.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.
