The Lotus of the Wonderful Law

Name: The Lotus of the Wonderful Law
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ISBN: 9781025816326

Or the Lotus Gospel

W E Soothill

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Oriental & Indian philosophy; Buddhism; Buddhist sacred texts

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""The Lotus of the Wonderful Law: Or the Lotus Gospel"" is a cornerstone of Mahayana Buddhist thought, presenting one of the most revered and influential scriptures in the Eastern religious tradition. Often referred to as the Lotus Sutra, this work emphasizes the potential for all living beings to achieve supreme enlightenment. Through a series of profound parables and sermons, it introduces the concept of skillful means, illustrating how the Buddha adapts his teachings to the varying capacities of his audience.

This classic translation by W. E. Soothill offers readers an entry point into the rich symbolism and philosophical depth of the text. It explores the eternal nature of the Buddha and the revolutionary doctrine that the path to Buddhahood is open to everyone, regardless of their status. The text remains vital for anyone seeking to understand the foundations of Zen, Tiantai, and Nichiren Buddhism. Its poetic imagery and visionary scope have shaped the spiritual landscape of Asia for centuries, making it an essential volume for scholars of religion and practitioners alike.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: W E Soothill
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 449g
ISBN: 9781025816326
ISBN 10: 1025816323
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active