{"product_id":"pali-language-and-literature","title":"Pali Language and Literature","description":"\u003cp\u003eKanai Lal Hazra’s \u003cem\u003ePali Language and Literature\u003c\/em\u003e is a comprehensive exploration of the Pali language, which holds significant importance in the context of Buddhist scriptures, specifically the Theravada tradition. This work presents both a survey and historical analysis of Pali language and literature, touching on its canonical and non-canonical texts. Hazra carefully examines how the language evolved, its literary forms, and its role in the transmission of Buddhist teachings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book includes discussions on the Pali Canon (Tipitaka), the foundational scriptures of Theravada Buddhism, as well as other important texts that are considered non-canonical but still valuable in the study of Buddhist culture and teachings. Hazra also explores the historical development of Pali, its role in ancient Indian society, and how it has shaped both religious and literary traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Should Read This Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive historical study\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hazra’s work offers an in-depth historical and linguistic study of the Pali language, useful for those interested in Buddhist studies and linguistic anthropology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCanonical and non-canonical texts\u003c\/strong\u003e: The book covers both sacred and secular texts, providing a holistic view of Pali literature and its function in the Buddhist tradition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImportant resource for scholars\u003c\/strong\u003e: This work is valuable for scholars and students of Buddhist studies, comparative religion, and South Asian literature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKanai Lal Hazra was a distinguished scholar in the field of Buddhist studies and Pali literature. His contributions have significantly shaped the academic understanding of the Pali language and its texts. He was known for his scholarly approach to both canonical and non-canonical Pali works and for his ability to contextualize these texts within their broader historical, linguistic, and cultural settings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45823764103421,"sku":"","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"NPR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/4145\/8840\/files\/61LcZ87wq7L._SL1400.jpg?v=1732209282","url":"https:\/\/biblionepal.com\/fr\/products\/pali-language-and-literature","provider":"BIBLIONEPAL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}