Edwin Arnold

El poeta británico Edwin Arnold (1832-1904) publicó en plena época victoriana este libro que puede considerarse como la primera biografía poética de Buda publicada en Europa, erigiéndose así en una de las figuras fundamentales del orientalismo europeo del siglo XIX. La obra describe la vida y la filosofia del principe Gautama, y se convirtio de inmediato en un asombroso exito editorial en Inglaterra y EE UU por su gran calidad tanto literaria como divulgativa. Un texto pionero que contribuyo al descubrimiento religioso del budismo en Occidente traducido y editado en castellano por Jose Javier Fuente del Pilar.

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Por mediación de un imaginario devoto buddhista traté de describir en este poema la vida, carácter y filosofía del príncipe indio Gautama, el noble y heroico reformador del brahmanismo y fundador del Buddhismo. Hasta ahora, las gentes de Europa apenas conocian esta gran religion de Asia que, no obstante, cuenta veinticuatro siglos de existencia y aventaja por el numero de fieles y extension de los paises donde predomina, a toda otra modalidad de fe religiosa. Cuatrocientos setenta millones de seres humanos viven y mueren en la fe de Gautama, y la soberania espiritual de este antiguo Maestro se extiende actualmente por el Nepal, la isla e Ceilan, toda la peninsula del Extremo Oriente, China, Japon, Tibet, Asia Central y Siberia, hasta alcanzar la Laponia sueca. En rigor, incluso la misma India podria estar comprendida en el grandioso imperio de esta fe, porque, si bien la practica del buddhismo ha desaparecido casi por completo de su pais originario, el brahmanismo moderno lleva indeleblemente impresa la huella de las sublimes enseñanzas de Gautama, y los habitos y convicciones mas caracteristicos del pueblo de la India dimanan notablemente de la benigna influencia que ejercieron en el los preceptos del Buddha. Mas de una tercera parte de la poblacion mundial debe sus conceptos morales y religiosos a este principe insigne, cuya personalidad sobresale (con solo una excepcion) en la historia del pensamiento como la mas excelsa, la mas bondadosa, la mas santa y benefica, a pesar de que las fuentes de informacion de las que disponemos actualmente nos la revelan de un modo incompleto.

Indian Idylls Edwin Arnold - A collection of selections from the Mahabharata: Savitri; Or, Love And Death; Nala And Damayanti; The Enchanted Lake; The Saints Temptation; The Birth Of Death; The Night Of Slaughter; The Great Journey; and, The Entry Into Heaven.

The Bhagavad Gita Edwin Arnold - The Bhagavad-Gita is the best known of all the Indian scriptures, and Sir Edwin Arnolds Sanskrit Text to English translation is reliable, readable, and poetic. "The Song Celestial" Sir Edwin produced a well-known poetic rendering of the sacred Hindu scripture Bhagavad-Gita.In his autobiography, Mahatma Gandhi recalled when two theosophist brothers gave him The Song Celestial during his studies in England. This was the first time Gandhi had ever read the Gita, as he had never read it in Sanskrit nor in Gujarati. Gandhi adored this version, stating: "I have read almost all English translations [...] and I regard Sir Edwin Arnolds as the best." Gandhi also invited Edwin Arnold to be the vice-president of the Vegetarian Society in London.This famous and marvellous Sanskrit poem occurs as an episode of the Mahabharata, in the sixth--or "Bhishma"--Parva of the great Hindoo epic. It enjoys immense popularity and authority in India, where it is reckoned as one of the ``Five Jewels,"--pancharatnani--of Devanagiri literature. In plain but noble language it unfolds a philosophical system which remains to this day the prevailing Brahmanic belief, blending as it does the doctrines of Kapila, Patanjali, and the Vedas. So lofty are many of its declarations, so sublime its aspirations, so pure and tender its piety, that Schlegel, after his study of the poem, breaks forth into this outburst of delight and praise towards its unknown author: "Magistrorum reverentia a Brachmanis inter sanctissima pietatis officia refertur. Ergo te primum, Vates sanctissime, Numinisque hypopheta! quisquis tandem inter mortales dictus tu fueris, carminis bujus auctor,, cujus oraculis mens ad excelsa quaeque,quaeque,, aeterna atque divina, cum inenarraoih quddam delectatione rapitur-te primum, inquam, salvere jubeo, et vestigia tua semper adore." Lassen re-echoes this splendid tribute; and indeed, so striking are some of the moralities here inculcated, and so close the parallelism--ofttimes actually verbal-- between its teachings and those of the New Testament, that a controversy has arisen between Pandits and Missionaries on the point whether the author borrowed from Christian sources, or the Evangelists and Apostles from him.This raises the question of its date, which cannot be positively settled. It must have been inlaid into the ancient epic at a period later than that of the original Mahabharata, but Mr Kasinath Telang has offered some fair arguments to prove it anterior to the Christian era. The weight of evidence, however, tends to place its composition at about the third century after Christ; and perhaps there are really echoes in this Brahmanic poem of the lessons of Galilee, and of the Syrian incarnation.Its scene is the level country between the Jumna and the Sarsooti rivers-now Kurnul and Jheend. Its simple plot consists of a dialogue held by Prince Arjuna, the brother of King Yudhisthira, with Krishna, the Supreme Deity, wearing the disguise of a charioteer. A great battle is impending between the armies of the Kauravas and Pandavas, and this conversation is maintained in a war-chariot drawn up between the opposing hosts.

Dare I say it? Dare I say that I, a plain, prosaic lieutenant in the republican service have done the incredible things here set out for the love of a womanfor a chimera in female shape; for a pale, vapid ghost of woman-loveliness? At times I tell myself I dare not: that you will laugh, and cast me aside as a fabricator; and then again I pick up my pen and collect the scattered pages, for I MUST write itthe pallid splendour of that thing I loved, and won, and lost is ever before me, and will not be forgotten. The tumult of the struggle into which that vision led me still throbs in my mind, the soft, lisping voices of the planet I ransacked for its sake and the roar of the destruction which followed me back from the quest drowns all other sounds in my ears! I must and will writeit relieves me; read and believe as you list. At the moment this story commences I was thinking of grilled steak and tomatoessteak crisp and brown on both sides, and tomatoes red as a setting sun! Much else though I have forgotten, THAT fact remains as clear as the last sight of a well-remembered shore in the mind of some wave-tossed traveller. And the occasion which produced that prosaic thought was a night well calculated to make one think of supper and fireside, though the one might be frugal and the other lonely, and as I, Gulliver Jones, the poor foresaid Navy lieutenant, with the honoured stars of our Republic on my collar, and an undeserved snub from those in authority rankling in my heart, picked my way homeward by a short cut through the dismalness of a New York slum I longed for steak and stout, slippers and a pipe, with all the pathetic keenness of a troubled soul...

In the tapestry of life, where wisdom weaves its intricate threads, "The Book of Good Counsels" emerges as a timeless guide. Penned by the renowned Sir Edwin Arnold, this literary treasure offers a profound collection of ancient wisdom and ethical teachings.From the depths of Eastern philosophy to the heights of Western thought, Arnolds masterpiece distills the essence of human experience into a tapestry of practical advice and spiritual insights. Prepare to embark on a journey of self-discovery and enlightenment as you delve into the pages of this enduring classic.

Lieutenant Gulliver Jones, U.S.N., arrived on Mars in a most unexpected fashion and promptly found himself head-over-heels in adventure. For Mars was a planet of ruined cities, ancient peoples, copper-skinned swordsmen, and weird and awesome monsters. There was a princess to be rescued, a River of Death to be navigated, and a strange prophecy to be fulfilled...

Lieutenant Gulliver Jones, U.S.N., arrived on Mars in a most unexpected fashion and promptly found himself head-over-heels in adventure. For Mars was a planet of ruined cities, ancient peoples, copper-skinned swordsmen, and weird and awesome monsters. There was a princess to be rescued, a River of Death to be navigated, and a strange prophecy to be fulfilled...

In "The Collected Works of Edwin Arnold: Buddhism & Hinduism Writings, Poetical Works & Plays," the reader is immersed in a rich tapestry of spiritual exploration and artistic expression. Arnold deftly blends lyrical poetry with prose that reflects his deep engagement with Eastern philosophies, particularly Buddhism and Hinduism. This collection serves as both a scholarly examination and an aesthetic celebration of these religions, providing insightful commentary and vivid imagery. The literary style is characterized by eloquent verse and evocative narratives, engaging the reader in a contemplative journey through the intricacies of belief, morality, and the human experience as influenced by the Eastern traditions of thought. Edwin Arnold, a prominent Victorian poet and journalist, was profoundly influenced by his encounters with Eastern culture during his travels and studies. His position as one of the first English-language advocates for Buddhism and Hinduism reflects a broader curiosity about the world that pervaded the Victorian era. Arnolds background in classical education and his role as a translator facilitated a unique merging of Western literary traditions with Eastern spiritual ideation, crafting a voice that resonates beyond his time. This compelling anthology is highly recommended for anyone interested in the intersections of East and West, spirituality, and literature. Arnolds unique perspective offers a valuable contribution to the understanding of how these ancient philosophies can inform contemporary thought, making it an essential read for scholars, poets, and spiritual seekers alike.

Um extraordinário príncipe indiano uniu as melhores qualidades de um ser humano à inteligência e à dedicação de um mestre. Levou a sua mensagem através dos povos e mostrou-lhes o caminho da iluminaçã

El Príncipe Gautama, después de alcanzar la iluminación, se convirtió en el Buda. El Despierto.Esta obra nos presenta la vida y la época del Príncipe Gautama, el Buda, relatadas en forma de novela. Su vida, caracter y filosofia, su nacimiento como Siddhartha, principe de Kapilavastu, su conocimiento de primera mano de los sufrimientos de la humanidad, su recurrencia a la meditacion y su ultima transformacion como el "Iluminado', despues de largos años de meditacion y los posteriores viajes como Buda.Ademas, analiza los elementos importantes del mensaje de Buda, las cuatro nobles verdades: el sufrimiento como un aspecto incorporado de la existencia, el anhelo de sensualidad e identidad como la raiz del sufrimiento y que el sufrimiento puede terminar, para lo cual, nos propone el noble sendero octuble: una correcta comprension, un pensamiento correcto, un discurso correcto, la buena accion, el sustento correcto, el esfuerzo correcto, la atencion correcta y la concentracion correcta.

In Edwin Arnolds Bhagavad Gita, the timeless classic of Indian philosophy and spirituality, readers are taken on a journey through the teachings of Lord Krishna to the warrior Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Arnolds poetic translation captures the essence of the ancient text, conveying its messages of duty, righteousness, and self-realization in a way that resonates with modern readers. The literary style of the book is both lyrical and profound, making it a compelling read for those interested in Eastern philosophy and spiritual teachings. Set in the context of the great Indian epic, the Mahabharata, the Bhagavad Gita explores timeless themes of ethics, morality, and the nature of reality. Arnolds interpretation brings out the philosophical depth and practical wisdom of the original text, making it accessible to a wide audience.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A succinct Introduction situates the works timeless appeal and themes.- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the eras events and influences that shaped the writing.- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the works messages, connecting them to modern life.- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

The Greatest Works of Edwin Arnold (Illustrated Edition) is a collection of some of the finest literary creations by the renowned author. Arnolds writing style is characterized by a poetic and lyrical quality, with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of human emotions. Drawing on themes of love, spirituality, and exploration of the East, the book showcases Arnolds versatility and imagination. Each story is accompanied by beautiful illustrations that enhance the reading experience, making it a visual delight. Edwin Arnold, a British poet and journalist, was deeply inspired by his travels to the East and his fascination with Eastern cultures and philosophies. His experiences are reflected in his work, as he delves into themes of love, spirituality, and the human experience. Arnolds unique perspective and profound insights make his writing both engaging and thought-provoking. I recommend The Greatest Works of Edwin Arnold (Illustrated Edition) to readers who appreciate poetry, spirituality, and a touch of Eastern mysticism. This collection offers a glimpse into the mind of a talented writer and provides a captivating reading experience that is both enlightening and enriching.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader erasocial currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different works strengths.- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the authors overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.- Lastly, our handpicked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collections central themes.

The Greatest Poems of Edwin Arnold (Illustrated Edition) showcases the poetic prowess of Edwin Arnold, a prolific writer known for his deeply spiritual and philosophical themes. Arnolds literary style combines vivid imagery with profound insights, making his poems both captivating and thought-provoking. This illustrated edition enhances the reading experience by providing visual depictions that complement Arnolds poetic themes, creating a multi-sensory journey for readers. The poems in this collection span various genres, including epic poetry, romantic verse, and reflective narratives, offering a diverse selection of Arnolds poetic works. Arnolds works are a testament to his commitment to exploring the human experience and spiritual truths, making this collection a valuable contribution to the world of poetry. Readers will be captivated by Arnolds eloquent prose and timeless themes, transcending cultural and temporal boundaries with each poem. The Greatest Poems of Edwin Arnold (Illustrated Edition) is a must-read for poetry enthusiasts seeking a blend of artistic beauty and philosophical depth in their literary pursuits.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader erasocial currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different works strengths.- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the authors overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.- Lastly, our handpicked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collections central themes.

In Edwin Arnolds philosophical work Death, and Afterwards, the author explores the concept of death and the possibilities of life beyond. Written in a lyrical and introspective style, Arnold delves into various religious and spiritual beliefs surrounding death, offering a contemplative look at what lies beyond the mortal realm. Drawing inspiration from Eastern philosophies and Western literature, the book provides readers with a thought-provoking journey into the unknown. Arnolds poetic language and profound insights add depth to the exploration of this universal human experience. Death, and Afterwards stands out as a literary work that transcends time and culture, inviting readers to ponder lifes ultimate mystery. Edwin Arnold, a British poet and journalist, was known for his deep interest in Eastern religions and philosophies. His background in journalism and spiritual studies likely influenced his exploration of existential questions in Death, and Afterwards. Readers interested in poetry, philosophy, and spirituality would find Death, and Afterwards a captivating and enlightening read, shedding light on the mysteries of life and death.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A succinct Introduction situates the works timeless appeal and themes.- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the eras events and influences that shaped the writing.- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the works messages, connecting them to modern life.- Handpicked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

In "Buddhism & Hinduism - Premium Collection," Edwin Arnold masterfully explores the intricate philosophies and spiritual practices that define these two major Eastern religions. His poetic prose serves as a gateway to understanding the rich tapestry of beliefs, rituals, and ethical teachings inherent in both Buddhism and Hinduism. Arnolds writing not only illuminates the historical development and core principles of these faiths but also provides a comparative analysis that highlights their interconnections and divergences, set against the backdrop of 19th-century Western perceptions of Eastern spirituality. Edwin Arnold (1832-1904) was a pioneering English writer and journalist with a profound interest in religion and its cultural implications. His tenure as the editor of the Daily Telegraph and his travels in India opened his eyes to the vibrant realities of Eastern traditions. Driven by a desire to bridge cultural gaps and dispel misconceptions, Arnolds writings, including the renowned "The Light of Asia," reflect his deep appreciation for the philosophical richness found within these religions, as well as his personal spiritual quest for understanding. This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the subtle nuances of Buddhism and Hinduism. Arnolds insightful interpretations and engaging narrative style not only provide readers with valuable knowledge but also invite readers to reflect on their own beliefs in the context of universal spiritual truths.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader erasocial currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different works strengths.- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the authors overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.- Lastly, our handpicked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collections central themes.

In "The Song Celestial or Bhagavad-Gita," Edwin Arnold presents a poetic rendition of the ancient Indian text, the Bhagavad-Gita. This work encapsulates the philosophical dialogues between Prince Arjuna and Lord Krishna, addressing profound themes of duty, righteousness, and the nature of the self. Arnold employs an eloquent literary style, interspersing lyrical verses with rich imagery, which transports readers into a world of ethical dilemmas and divine wisdom. Positioned within the broader context of 19th-century Western interest in Eastern spiritual texts, Arnolds translation aims to bridge cultural divides and offer the timeless insights of the Gita to a Western audience, emphasizing universal values of introspection and moral inquiry. Edwin Arnold (1832-1904) was an English poet and journalist whose fascination with Eastern philosophy and spirituality influenced his literary endeavors. His background in classical literature, along with his experiences in India, fueled his passion for elucidating the intricacies of the Gitas teachings. Arnolds desire to present Indian thought through a Western lens reflects his commitment to fostering cross-cultural understanding, revealing the spiritual richness of the text to an audience unfamiliar with its profound philosophical depth. Readers seeking enlightenment through philosophical discourse will find "The Song Celestial" an essential addition to their literary collection. Arnolds vibrant translation not only serves as a captivating introduction to the Bhagavad-Gita but also invites reflection on ones personal moral journey. This work resonates deeply with those interested in exploring the eternal questions of existence and the human condition.