The Sacred Books of the Buddhists Compared with History and Modern Science (1863)

The Sacred Books of the Buddhists Compared with History and Modern Science is a book written by Robert Spence Hardy in 1863. The book is a detailed analysis of the Buddhist sacred texts and their relation to history and modern science. Hardy examines the Buddhist scriptures, including the Tripitaka, the Mahayana sutras, and the Tibetan Book of the Dead, and compares them to scientific and historical knowledge. Hardy's analysis includes discussions on the origins of Buddhism, the life of the Buddha, the Buddhist concept of karma, the nature of the universe, and the Buddhist view of the afterlife. He also examines the similarities and differences between Buddhism and other religions, such as Christianity and Hinduism. The book is written in a scholarly style and is aimed at academics and those interested in the study of Buddhism. It provides a comprehensive overview of the Buddhist scriptures and their significance in relation to history and modern science. Hardy's work is considered an important contribution to the study of Buddhism and its place in the world's religions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.