Title: Buddhist scriptures for Non-Buddhists The Pāli Canon - an overview
Abstract:Abstract This article discusses the history and structure of the Pali canon (Tipiţaka). The main sections of this, the canonical scripture of Theravada Buddhism, are outlined, placed in context and di...Abstract This article discusses the history and structure of the Pali canon (Tipiţaka). The main sections of this, the canonical scripture of Theravada Buddhism, are outlined, placed in context and displayed in diagram format. The role and history of the Pāli language are also discussed.Read More
Publication Year: 1995
Publication Date: 1995-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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Title: $Buddhist scriptures for Non-Buddhists The Pāli Canon - an overview
Abstract: Abstract This article discusses the history and structure of the Pali canon (Tipiţaka). The main sections of this, the canonical scripture of Theravada Buddhism, are outlined, placed in context and displayed in diagram format. The role and history of the Pāli language are also discussed.