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Jātaka Tales

by H. T. Francis

Jātaka tales are ancient Indian folktales that form a part of Buddhist teaching, telling stories of the Buddha’s past lives. Akin to Aesop’s fables, some strikingly similar, they urge the listener to moral behavior and often, more than that, point a way to real insight.

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English

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English

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1916

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Despite the limited biographical details, H.T. Francis's legacy lies in his contribution to preserving and disseminating Buddhist wisdom. By presenting the Jataka tales in a more accessible format, he...

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