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The Dhammapada

Written by: Eknath Easwaran
Narrated by: Paul Bazely
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Dhammapada means "the path of dharma", the path of harmony and righteousness that anyone can follow to reach the highest good. This classic Buddhist scripture is a collection of vivid, practical verses gathered from direct disciples who wanted to preserve what they had heard from the Buddha himself. Easwaran's translation of this classic Buddhist text is the best-selling translation in the US. In the comprehensive introduction, he brings the story of the young Prince Siddhartha and his heroic spiritual quest vividly to life. His overview of the Buddha's teachings is reliable, penetrating, and accessible. The Buddha rejected superstition on the one hand and philosophical speculation on the other. He taught the path to the end of suffering and showed how we can achieve lasting joy. In The Dhammapada he spells out our choices with a refreshing realism and frankness.

This audiobook is a complete narration of Eknath Easwaran's introduction and translation, but omits the short chapter introductions by other writers.

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I have read this book, many times, in many periods of my life, where I felt the need to find my Centre, ground myself, and be reminded of the essence of life. This book is a great starting point for anyone who is interested in Buddhism, it can be opened at any chapterto be reminded of the simple things in life

This book is the map to the road of enlightenment

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I enjoyed the reading, its very well put together and the voice actor was easy to listen too.

pretty good

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I really appreciated the exposition on Buddhism and Buddha’s life at the beginning of the book, and the narrator did a great job speaking as if the words were his own.

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This book has helped me get through 15 years of depression and anxiety. I am forever free from the mindless suffering of this life.

The teachings of the Buddha

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the intro portion is impeccable and provides great life advice and philosophy.

the verses I found childishly naive, simple and shallow.

Not what I expected but still has valuable info

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