Buddhism as a Religion Ven. Dr K. Sri Dhammanada
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Sasana Abhiwurdhi Wardhana Society Buddhist Maha Vihara, 123 Jalan Berhala, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 1994 by the author All rights reserved Malaysian First Edition 1994 Published for Free Distribution Cover design by Chong Hong Choo Typeset by Infortrans Sdn. Bhd. P. J., Malaysia. Printed by Syarikat Percetakan & Perniagaan Acme, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
In conjunction with the Centenary Celebration of the Sasana Abhiwurdhi Wardhana Society the Management Committee feels honoured to be able to publish this book which is based on a Dhamma talk entitled “What is Buddhism?”, delivered at the Buddhist Maha Vihara by the Most Venerable Dr. K. Sri Dhammananda Nayake Thera as part of a ten week course on World Religions. In brief the contents of this publication are a simple exposition of Buddhism as a modern way of life by this highly qualified scholar who has a special gift to interpret the Dhamma to people from every walk of life. The Sasana Abhiwurdhi Wardhana Society most humbly expresses its gratitude and pays tribute to the most Venerable for his indefatigable services in his exposition of the Dhamma and for rendering invaluable services to the cause of Buddhism for more than 42 years in this country as well as worldwide. We are indeed proud to have been associated with someone of his calibre. In conclusion, the Society wishes to express its sincere thanks to the Chief Venerable, Mr Vijaya Samarawickrama for the editor) al work and to Mr Ooi Chooi Seng for