Ashoka in Ancient India
Book • 2015
Nayanjot Lahiri's 'Ashoka in Ancient India' is an extensive exploration of the life, times, and legacy of Emperor Ashoka, one of the most significant rulers in Indian history.
The book delves into Ashoka's transformation after the Kalinga War, his embrace of Buddhism, and his efforts to promote dhamma.
Lahiri analyzes Ashoka's edicts and inscriptions to reconstruct his policies, his interactions with various religious communities, and his vision for a just and compassionate society.
The book also examines Ashoka's place in Indian history and his enduring influence on Buddhist traditions.
Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, Lahiri provides a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of Ashoka as a ruler, a philosopher, and a symbol of moral governance.
The book delves into Ashoka's transformation after the Kalinga War, his embrace of Buddhism, and his efforts to promote dhamma.
Lahiri analyzes Ashoka's edicts and inscriptions to reconstruct his policies, his interactions with various religious communities, and his vision for a just and compassionate society.
The book also examines Ashoka's place in Indian history and his enduring influence on Buddhist traditions.
Through meticulous research and insightful analysis, Lahiri provides a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of Ashoka as a ruler, a philosopher, and a symbol of moral governance.
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