Khuddakanikaya Dhammapadapali: Introduction and Literal Translation

The Dhammapada, a collection of verses uttered by the Buddha and probably the most read Buddhist verses around the Buddhist world is distinctive in its high literary, philosophical and ethical value and has so far remained unparalleled to any other literature. The illustration of the great truth, solace and ease these verses provide for numerous intricacies people encounter in their day today lives in the journey of samsara make it a must-read collection for the people of all the religions. Buddhism being a philosophy that directs people in a new light of thinking, the Dhammapada captures the essence of Buddhist teachings with magnificent similes and imagery.