| Author |
Niles, Henry Thayer, 1825-1901 |
| Title |
The Dawn and the Day; Or, The Buddha and the Christ, Part I
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"The Dawn and the Day; Or, The Buddha and the Christ, Part I" by Henry Thayer Niles is a historical narrative written during the late 19th century. The work delves into the intertwining lives and teachings of two significant spiritual figures, Buddha and Christ, exploring the fundamental truths of their religions while contrasting their respective dogmas and cultural contexts. It sets the stage for a deeper examination of the philosophies that arose from Buddhism and Christianity, emphasizing their shared values and the universal quest for understanding and connection. The opening of the work establishes a reflective preface that discusses the author's intent and the often misconceived relationship between Buddhism and Christianity. Niles draws on historical and literary references to describe humanity's innate quest for love, truth, and understanding, as evidenced in the sacred texts. He critiques how interpretations of both religions have been muddled by sectarian differences and narrow views, urging a reconsideration of their foundational teachings. As the narrative progresses, it introduces characters like King Suddhodana and his son Siddhartha, foreshadowing Siddhartha's transformative journey toward becoming the Buddha, while hinting at a convergence of spiritual destinies between East and West. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Religious poetry
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| Subject |
Gautama Buddha -- Poetry
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| Subject |
Jesus Christ -- Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
14360 |
| Release Date |
Dec 15, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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