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About The Book: Published in 1915 and translated and edited by K.J. Saunders, this anthology of Buddhist verse holds a special place in India's rich cultural heritage. Buddhism, stemming from its roots in Hinduism, has played a pivotal role in shaping Hinduism itself, particularly through the exchange of ethical teachings. Gautama Buddha's moral philosophy, which emphasizes righteousness without the need for a divine deity, has left an indelible mark on Indian society. While Gautama didn't introduce the concept of a righteous god, his teachings centered on a force that fosters righteousness, along with his exemplary character, continue to exert a lasting and positive influence on India. About The Translator: Kenneth James Saunders (1883-1937), also recognized as K.J. Saunders, was an esteemed American author and orientalist, born in 1883. Notably, he held membership in the Library of Congress and was honored with the prestigious John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship. Among his notable literary contributions, he authored significant works including "Heritage of India: The Heart of Buddhism; Being an Anthology of Buddhist Verse" in 1915 and a translation of "The Buddha's Way of Virtue: A Translation of The Dhammapada from the Pali text." The Title 'The Heritage of India Series (1); The Heart of Buddhism Being an Anthology of Buddhist Verse written/authored/edited by Translated and Edited by k. J. Saunders', published in the year 2023. The ISBN 9788121282895 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 104 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Buddhist poetry. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol:-