{"product_id":"in-the-buddhas-words-an-anthology-of-discourses-from-the-pali-canon-paperback","title":"In the Buddha's Words: An Anthology of Discourses from the Pali Canon – Bhikkhu Bodhi (Foreword by the Dalai Lama)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat does it mean to encounter the Buddha's own words—to hear his voice across 2,500 years, speaking directly about suffering, liberation, and the path to awakening? \u003ci\u003eIn the Buddha's Words: An Anthology of Discourses from the Pali Canon\u003c\/i\u003e is a comprehensive introduction to the earliest record of the Buddha's teachings, thoughtfully compiled and translated by Bhikkhu Bodhi, one of the foremost scholars of Theravada Buddhism. This is not a scholarly treatise but an accessible guide to the Buddha's essential teachings, organized thematically to reveal the progressive path from understanding suffering to realizing liberation, by a translator who brings both scholarly precision and deep reverence to making these ancient texts speak to modern seekers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDivided into ten thematic chapters that progress from the simple to the profound, this anthology presents selected discourses (suttas) from the Pali Canon on the Buddha's life and mission, the truth of suffering, its origin and cessation, the path of practice, the cultivation of mindfulness and concentration, wisdom and insight, and the realization of nirvana. Bhikkhu Bodhi's clear introductions to each chapter provide context and guidance, while his accessible translations make these foundational texts come alive for contemporary readers. With a foreword by His Holiness the Dalai Lama, this volume serves as both comprehensive introduction for newcomers and essential reference for seasoned practitioners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor readers seeking contemplative wisdom and authentic Buddhist teachings, \u003ci\u003eIn the Buddha's Words\u003c\/i\u003e serves as both spiritual classic and practical manual for understanding the Buddha's path. This is a book for anyone new to Buddhism seeking the Buddha's original teachings, for students of Theravada Buddhism and the Pali Canon, for meditation practitioners deepening their understanding of the path, for readers drawn to the Buddha's direct and practical wisdom. It's a reminder that the Buddha's teaching is not about belief but about understanding and practice, that suffering can be understood and transcended, and that liberation is available through following the path he taught.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You'll Discover\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Buddha's essential teachings from the Pali Canon in accessible translation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTen thematic chapters: suffering, its origin, cessation, and the path to liberation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscourses on mindfulness, concentration, wisdom, and the realization of nirvana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBhikkhu Bodhi's clear introductions providing context for each teaching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForeword by His Holiness the Dalai Lama | 512 pages of foundational Buddhist wisdom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBhikkhu Bodhi is an American Buddhist monk, scholar, and translator who has dedicated his life to making the Buddha's teachings accessible to Western audiences. Ordained in Sri Lanka in 1972, he served as president of the Buddhist Publication Society and has translated numerous volumes of the Pali Canon, including \u003ci\u003eThe Middle Length Discourses\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Connected Discourses\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Numerical Discourses\u003c\/i\u003e. His translations are celebrated for their accuracy, clarity, and ability to convey both the letter and spirit of the Buddha's words. \u003ci\u003eIn the Buddha's Words\u003c\/i\u003e represents his effort to create a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to the Pali Canon for modern readers seeking authentic Buddhist teachings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e Anyone new to Buddhism seeking the Buddha's original teachings, students of Theravada Buddhism and the Pali Canon, meditation practitioners deepening their understanding of the path, readers drawn to the Buddha's direct and practical wisdom, those seeking authentic Buddhist scriptures and suttas, students of mindfulness, concentration, and insight meditation, readers who loved the \u003ci\u003eDhammapada\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci\u003eHeart of the Buddha's Teaching\u003c\/i\u003e, anyone interested in early Buddhist texts, practitioners seeking to understand suffering and liberation, readers ready to encounter the Buddha's words directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePaperback edition | 512 pages with foreword by the Dalai Lama. Bhikkhu Bodhi's comprehensive anthology of the Buddha's discourses from the Pali Canon—essential Theravada teachings on suffering, liberation, and the path to awakening.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46338638610563,"sku":"9780861714919","price":33.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1583\/7571\/files\/In_the_Buddha_s_Words_An_Anthology_of_Discourses_from_the_Pali_Canon_bhikkhu_bodhi_book_cover_jpg.webp?v=1772196422","url":"https:\/\/www.merceliarose.com\/products\/in-the-buddhas-words-an-anthology-of-discourses-from-the-pali-canon-paperback","provider":"Mercelia Rose","version":"1.0","type":"link"}