Four Illusions
Author | : Candrakirti |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press |
Total Pages | : 258 |
Release | : 2003-02-27 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780198034421 |
ISBN-13 | : 0198034423 |
Rating | : 4/5 (21 Downloads) |
Download or read book Four Illusions written by Candrakirti and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2003-02-27 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides the first English translation of Candrakirti's commentary (ca. 6-7th century C.E.) on four illusions that prevent us from becoming Buddhas. Lang's translation captures the clarity of Candrakirti's arguments and the lively humor of the stories and examples he uses. Lang's introduction explores the range of Candrakirti's interests in religion, philosophy, psychology, politics, and erotic poetry.