Lights of Asia - Sirdar Ikbal Ali Shah - Bog

Lights of Asia is a book written by Sirdar Ikbal Ali Shah that explores the history and teachings of Buddhism. The book delves into the life of Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism, and his journey towards enlightenment. It also discusses the basic principles and practices of Buddhism, including the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. The author provides a comprehensive account of the spread of Buddhism throughout Asia, including its influence on various cultures and societies. He also examines the role of Buddhism in contemporary society, discussing its relevance in the modern world and its potential for promoting peace and understanding.Throughout the book, Shah draws on his own experiences as a Muslim scholar and mystic to offer a unique perspective on Buddhism. He emphasizes the importance of compassion, mindfulness, and self-awareness in the Buddhist tradition, and encourages readers to apply these principles to their own lives.Overall, Lights of Asia is a thought-provoking and insightful exploration of Buddhism that offers readers a deeper understanding of this ancient and influential religion.1934. The author believes that there can be no arising of a Prophet, for the Final Word has been uttered, yet there will be, there must be a clear endeavor for a movement commonly known as back to the Book; that is, every man must now examine himself, and comprehending religion should practice it. The reviews of the four Great Religions of the world in this book, which have been written in a way to make them accessible to a vast number of intelligent readers, may help serve that purpose. Contents: Islam; Christianity; Judaism; and Buddhism.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.