Buddhism in Its Connexion with Brahmanism and Hinduism and in Its Contrast with Christianity

In this work Monier-Williams begins by outlining the historical context of Buddhism’s emergence in ancient India tracing its origins from the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama the Buddha. He explores key concepts such as the Four Noble Truths the Eightfold Path and the notion of Nirvana situating these within the broader landscape of Indian religious thought. By doing so he highlights the ways in which Buddhism both aligned with and diverged from the prevailing Brahmanical traditions. The book als...See More