Saint-Hilaire's investigation unfolds across three pivotal periods in Buddhist history. Firstly, he meticulously examines the life and legends of the Buddha as depicted in canonical texts, offering Insights into the early development of Buddhist thought. Secondly. he scrutinizes Buddhism in seventh-century India, highlighting its evolution and societal impact during that era. Finally, the book explores Buddhism in Sri Lanka (then known as Ceylon) at the turn of the twentieth century, providing a snapshot of its contemporary manifestations and adaptations.
More than a historical survey. The Buddha and His Religion' serves as a philosophical inquiry into the fundamental principles of Buddhism. It appeals particularly to scholars and students Interested in understanding how Buddhism has been perceived and interpreted over time. Saint-Hilaire's meticulous research and analytical approach continue to offer valuable insights into the enduring appeal and philosophical depth of the Buddhist faith.
Nurtured in an admirable philosophy and religion, we do not seek to know their value, and we remain ignorant of the great debt we owe to them. We are satisfied to possess them, while, at the same time, we are often indifferent and even ungrateful towards them. Although civilization is incessant in its progress, and we reap its benefits, we never think of inquiring whence come the welfare, the security, and the comparative enlightenment which civilization brings with it; while we see around us a multitude of other races, which, from the beginning of time have remained in a semi-barbarous condition, incapable of forming any tolerable social condi-tions or governments.
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