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intro book? -details

OximusOximus
edited June 2009 in Buddhism Basics
I'm looking for a intro book or webpage to buddhism. I want something that is as close to buddha's words as possible. However I would like it to be a little easier to understand. I don't want it to be 3rd hand. Personally, I don't want to become a buddhist, I would much rather gather some of a buddhist philosophy and add it to my own. Right now, I consider myself agnostic/atheist. I do not believe in organized religion, I rather believe its the downfall of humanity. I do believe in the big man upstairs but in no catholic/protestant/christian sense. Although, I know buddhism does not believe in any higher power, I would expect that I would not get any e-rage from anyone of you. Thanks.

Comments

  • DhammaDhatuDhammaDhatu Veteran
    edited June 2009
    Oximus

    The Buddha's words take up many volumes.

    However, you many start here with a summary in the Maha-mangala Sutta.

    :)
  • DhammaDhatuDhammaDhatu Veteran
    edited June 2009
    Whilst having a rather serious tone, you may read The Dhammapada.

    :)
  • DhammaDhatuDhammaDhatu Veteran
    edited June 2009
    Then if one wishes to do some serious reading, try the Anguttara Nikaya, which has a large variety of teachings on different levels, that is, regarding home economics, relationships, morality, meditation and core teachings about ending suffering.

    :)
  • federicafederica Seeker of the clear blue sky... Its better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than to speak out and remove all doubt Moderator
    edited June 2009
    And this is nothing short of brilliant.
    Of course, I would say that..... :rolleyes:
    I had the privilege of proofreading it, and I enjoyed immensely!:D
  • LesCLesC Bermuda Veteran
    edited June 2009
    federica wrote: »
    And this is nothing short of brilliant.
    Of course, I would say that..... :rolleyes:
    I had the privilege of proofreading it, and I enjoyed immensely!:D

    Thanks for that link... I have downloaded the PDF, and am looking forward to reading it.
  • gracklegrackle Veteran
    edited June 2009
    Many years ago I first read, :What The Buddha Taught by Walpola Rahula. It is something of a classic but perhaps not for modern tastes. It is readily available from both amazon.com or bn.com.

    grackle
  • federicafederica Seeker of the clear blue sky... Its better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than to speak out and remove all doubt Moderator
    edited June 2009
    LesC wrote: »
    Thanks for that link... I have downloaded the PDF, and am looking forward to reading it.

    That link actually may contain the version I had not yet proofread.
    Try this link instead.
    It's full of brilliant stuff.
    For the version that has definitely been proofread, scroll down to E-Books....
    It's the "New!" version.....

    Enjoy!!
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