Barlaam And Josaphat by Gui de Cambrai
A Christian Tale of the Buddha
Set in a distant land, the narrative unfolds the spiritual journey of a young prince who is shielded from the harsh realities of life by his father, the king, in an attempt to prevent him from discovering the truths of human suffering and mortality. Despite these efforts, the prince encounters a wise hermit who introduces him to the teachings of Christianity, leading him on a transformative path of enlightenment and self-discovery. Through a series of allegorical tales and moral lessons, the prince learns the virtues of faith, compassion, and renunciation, ultimately choosing a life of spiritual devotion over worldly pleasures.
The 17009th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2014
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 224
- Original Language
- Old french
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- 31st on Top 50 Masterpieces of Medieval Literature (Medievalists.net )