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The Numerical Discourses of the Buddha: Complete Anguttara Nikaya Translation

The Numerical Discourses of the Buddha is a complete translation of the Anguttara Nikaya in the Teachings of the Buddha series. Its discourses are arranged numerically and cover ethical practice, mind training, meditation and descriptions of different types of people.

At a glance

A complete translation of the Anguttara Nikaya, part of the Teachings of the Buddha series.
Discourses are organised by numerical scheme, a structure intended to support retention and comprehension.
The subjects range from ethical observances for laypeople to mind training and advanced meditation.

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Pros and cons

Pros

Broad coverage of Buddhist teachings, from everyday ethical practice to meditative attainments.
Numerical organisation provides a clear structure for navigating a large collection of discourses.
Customer feedback describes the translation as useful for individual and group study.

Cons

At 1,936 pages and 1.63 kg, this is a substantial volume rather than a compact read.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Publication
Publisher	Wisdom Publications,U.S.
Publication date	13 Nov. 2012
Edition	Annotated
Language	English
Print length	1936 pages
ISBN-10	1614290407
ISBN-13	978-1614290407

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions	13.65 x 8.13 x 21.59 cm
Weight listed	1.63 kg

What to know before buying

The publisher's description says the translation covers the full Anguttara Nikaya. The page does not provide further detail about the translation or annotation approach.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Readers seeking a complete English translation of the Anguttara Nikaya.
Buddhist students wanting a substantial source text for individual or group study.
Readers interested in teachings spanning ethical practice, mental training and meditation.

Less suited to

Readers looking for a short introduction or a light cover-to-cover read.
Buyers who prioritise a lightweight book for frequent carrying.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.9 / 5 · 308 ratings

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Customer feedback highlights the translation's perceived quality, informative content and spiritual value, and says it can support individual or group study. Readability is mixed, with a reported concern that reading the 1,936-page volume from cover to cover can be tiring. For buyers seeking a reference for sustained or shared study, the extensive coverage may be useful, while its length and listed weight make it less suited to casual, portable reading. Aggregate ratings are strongly favourable overall, but do not establish which specific features account for those ratings.

Positive themes

Customers praise the translation quality and describe the content as informative and spiritually valuable.
Feedback describes the book as useful for self-study and group study.

Mixed feedback

Readability receives mixed reactions. One reported view is that the book can be tiring to read from cover to cover.

Frequently asked questions

What text does this book translate?

It is presented as a complete translation of the Anguttara Nikaya, a collection of the Buddha's discourses arranged numerically.

What topics does the book cover?

The description ranges from ethical observances for laypeople to mind training, meditative attainments and classifications of different types of people.

Is it suited to reading from cover to cover?

Customer feedback is mixed on readability, with one reported view that reading the substantial volume from cover to cover can be tiring. Its structure may suit study in sections.