Amazon.com Product Description (ISBN 0140440887, Paperback)

Striving to understand the truth of the human condition and determining the path to spiritual enlightenment is the fundamental nature of Buddhism. Lighting this path is the Buddha, committed to guiding human beings to pure and happy lives. This beautiful hardcover gift book is the ideal introduction to the amazing ideals and beliefs of Buddhism. Containing dozens of selected Buddhist teachings, quotes and commentaries, this book offers guiding words of wisdom on how to find peace, harmony and happiness within yourself. Discover the meaning of truth, love and hate, and learn to find tranquility and contentment in your everyday life. With messages of inspiration and insight from canonical Buddhist texts on every page, Buddhist Scriptures is your first step on the road to spiritual enlightenment.