Collection of Advice

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Collection of Advice - One of the main categories of Nagarjuna's writings.

This collection refers to texts by Nagarjuna in which he provides advice to householders and the ordained on how to follow the Buddhist path. These instructions are likened to Buddha's first turning of the Wheel of Dharma.

The Texts

The texts in this collection include:

Precious Garland -- advice on how to conduct one's life and how to construct social policies that reflect Buddhist ideals.

Letter to a Friend -- advice that gives a concise and comprehensive introduction to the entire path and practice of Buddhism.

Tree of Wisdom - commentary of manners or moral maxim having 260 verses.

A Hundred Wisdoms

Drops for Healing Beings

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