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The Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way: Nagarjuna's Mulamadhyamakakarika, (Paperback)
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An accessible translation of the foundational text for all Mahāyāna Buddhism, The Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way offers insight to all those interested in the nature of reality.
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Offers in-depth exploration of Nagarjuna's teachings, effectively bridging complex Buddhist philosophy with accessible language for both scholars and newcomers.
Scholarly Contribution
Provides a vital resource for students and practitioners alike, enhancing understanding of Middle Way principles while fostering deeper philosophical discussions.
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Published in durable paperback, this edition ensures longevity and ease of use, making it an ideal addition to any philosophical or spiritual library.
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- The Buddhist saint Nāgārjuna, who lived in South India in approximately the second century CE, is undoubtedly the most important, influential, and widely studied Mahāyāna Buddhist philosopher. His many works include texts addressed to lay audiences, letters of advice to kings, and a set of penetrating metaphysical and epistemological treatises. His greatest philosophical work, the Mūlamadhyamikakārikā--read and studied by philosophers in all major Buddhist schools of Tibet, China, Japan, and Korea--is one of the most influential works in the history of Indian philosophy. Now, in The Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way, Jay L. Garfield provides a clear and eminently readable translation of Nāgārjuna's seminal work, offering those with little or no prior knowledge of Buddhist philosophy a view into the profound logic of the Mūlamadhyamikakārikā. Garfield presents a superb translation of the Tibetan text of Mūlamadhyamikakārikā in its entirety, and a commentary reflecting the Tibetan tradition through which Nāgārjuna's philosophical influence has largely been transmitted. Illuminating the systematic character of Nāgārjuna's reasoning, Garfield shows how Nāgārjuna develops his doctrine that all phenomena are empty of inherent existence, that is, than nothing exists substantially or independently. Despite lacking any essence, he argues, phenomena nonetheless exist conventionally, and that indeed conventional existence and ultimate emptiness are in fact the same thing. This represents the radical understanding of the Buddhist doctrine of the two truths, or two levels of reality. He offers a verse-by-verse commentary that explains Nāgārjuna's positions and arguments in the language of Western metaphysics and epistemology, and connects Nāgārjuna's concerns to those of Western philosophers such as Sextus, Hume, and Wittgenstein. An accessible translation of the foundational text for all Mahāyāna Buddhism, The Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way offers insight to all those interested in the nature of reality.
| Book format | Paperback |
| Fiction/nonfiction | Non-Fiction |
| Genre | Religion |
| Publication date | November, 1995 |
| Pages | 392 |
| Reading level | Professional & Vocational |
| Subgenre | Buddhism |
| Series title | No Series |
| Edition | 1 |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Original languages | English |
| Translator | Jay L Garfield |
| Translated from | Tibetan |
| Language | English |
| Awards won | None |
| Is collectible | N |
| Binding type | Perfect Binding |
| Recording time | 0 min |
| Retail packaging | Single Piece |
| Assembled product dimensions (l x w x h) | 5.20 x 0.80 x 7.90 in (13.2 x 2 x 20.1 cm) |
| Assembled product weight | 0.65 lb (290 grams) |
| Bisac subject heading | Religion |
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Buddhism Scholars
Those studying Buddhist philosophy will appreciate Nagarjuna's insights and arguments in the context of Middle Way teachings.
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Philosophy Students
Philosophy students exploring concepts of emptiness and non-duality can deepen their understanding through Nagarjuna's work.
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Meditation Practitioners
Practitioners looking to integrate philosophical concepts with meditation practices will find valuable insights in this text.
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Casual Readers
Individuals looking for light reading or entertainment may find the text too dense and challenging.
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Answer: The book focuses on NĀgĀrjuna's philosophy, particularly the concepts of emptiness and the two truths in Mahāyāna Buddhism. -
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Answer: Yes, Jay L. Garfield's translation is designed to be accessible for those with little or no prior knowledge. -
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How does this work relate to Western philosophy?
Answer: The commentary connects NĀgĀrjuna's ideas with thoughts from Western philosophers like Sextus, Hume, and Wittgenstein.
Oxford University Press General Buddhism Books Editorial Review
The Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way: Nagarjuna's Mulamadhyamakakarika is a significant non-fiction book in the field of Religion, published by Oxford University Press. This paperback edition features 392 pages and is translated from Tibetan by Jay L. Garfield, providing deep insights into Buddhist philosophy. The book's scholarly nature makes it suitable for a professional and vocational reading level, exploring profound concepts of the Middle Way. Readers appreciate the clarity of the translation and the comprehensiveness of the content, enhancing their understanding of Nagarjuna's teachings. The perfect binding also adds to the book's durability for repeated readings.
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- Comprehensive insights into Buddhist philosophy
- Translated by noted scholar Jay L. Garfield
- Perfect binding enhances durability
- Suitable for professional readers
- Explores profound concepts of the Middle Way
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- In-depth translation of NĀgĀrjuna's pivotal work.
- Clear commentary connects Eastern and Western philosophical traditions.
- Explores the profound logic of emptiness and conventional existence.
- Ideal for those new to Buddhist philosophy.
- 400 pages of essential insights into Mahāyāna Buddhism.
- Unlocks understanding of the two truths doctrine.
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