The Dhammapada, a Collection of Verses, Vol. 10: Being One of the Canonical Books of the Buddhists

by F. Max Müller

Experience the timeless wisdom of the Dhammapada in a clear, accessible translation.

This volume presents a collection of Buddhist verses, with notes and selections that illuminate key teachings. Crafted for readers seeking calm insight, it brings ancient wisdom into readable, contemporary English.

The book focuses on core themes like ethical living, inner peace, and the nature of passion, offering accessible passages and context that help readers reflect on daily choices. Concise verses that teach how to live with restraint and compassion Dialogues and narrations that illustrate Buddhist mind states and ethics Translations and notes that frame the verses for modern readers Standalone selections suitable for study, discussion, or personal reflection Ideal for readers of Buddhist philosophy, mindfulness practices, or anyone exploring the Dhammapada’s enduring guidance.

Genres: Buddhism, Nonfiction, Spirituality, Religion, Philosophy

439 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1881

About the author

Friedrich Max Müller, K.M. (Ph.D., Philology, Leipzig University, 1843)—generally known as Max Müller or F. Max Müller—was the first Professor of Comparative Philology at Oxford University, and an Orientalist who lived and studied in Britain for most of his life. He was one of the founders of the western academic field of Indian studies and the discipline of comparative religion. Müller wrote both scholarly and popular works on the subject of Indology and the Sacred Books of the East, a 50-volume set of English translations, was prepared under his direction.

Müller became a naturalized British citizen in 1855. In 1869, he was elected to the Académie des Inscriptions et Belles-Lettres as a foreign correspondent. He was awarded the Pour le Mérite (civil class) in 1874, and the Bavarian Maximilian Order for Science and Art the following year. In 1888, he was appointed Gifford Lecturer at the University of Glasgow, delivering the first in what has proved to be an ongoing, annual series of lectures at several Scottish universities to the present day. He was appointed a member of the Privy Council in 1896.

His wife, Georgina Adelaide Müller was also an author. After Max's death, she deposited his papers at the Bodleian Library, Oxford.

Reviews

[Munesh Chauhan]

A crisp narration of a mindfulness and simplicity.