Patimokkha: Being The Buddhist Office Of The Confession Of Priests (1875)

The Patimokkha is a book written by John Frederick Dickson in 1875. It is a comprehensive guide to the Buddhist Office of Confession of Priests, also known as the Patimokkha. The Patimokkha is a set of rules and regulations that govern the conduct of Buddhist monks and nuns. It is an essential part of the Buddhist monastic code and is considered to be one of the most important texts in Buddhism.In this book, Dickson provides a detailed analysis of the Patimokkha, including its history, structure, and significance. He also provides a translation of the text into English, along with commentary and notes to help readers understand its meaning and implications.The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Buddhism, particularly those who are studying or practicing Buddhism as a religion or philosophy. It provides a clear and accessible introduction to the Patimokkha, and is an excellent reference for scholars and researchers in the field of Buddhist studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.