Akaliko Bhikkhu: Part2 Basics of Early Buddhism, Imagery in EBTs

Early Buddhism refers to the teachings of the historical Buddha and his disciples as found in the Early Buddhist Texts (EBTs). This literature has been preserved for over 2600 years and is regarded as the most authentic historical teachings of Buddhism. However, many people have never read these original texts, relying on secondary sources instead.

Part 2: Imagery in the Early Buddhist Texts
The earliest teachings of the Buddha were spoken, not written down. To assist listeners’ understanding and memorisation, the Buddha employed a rich repertoire of similes to convey complex concepts in simple everyday terms.

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