This Was Said by the Buddha: Itivuttaka (ancient Buddhist text)

This book is an ancient Buddhist text, part of the renowned Tripiṭaka (Triple Basket) collection. It serves as an introduction to Buddhism. It is important to note that both the Hinayana and Mahayana Buddhist traditions have their own respective religious texts. This particular work belongs to the Hinayana tradition, also known as Theravada.

Itivuttaka is the second work in this series, which has been translated into Persian. It consists of instructive and moral teachings by Buddha, providing an entry point to understanding Buddhist spirituality. The book’s contents reveal that Itivuttaka is a compilation of Buddha’s moral teachings, covering a wide range of ethical issues rooted in Theravada Buddhist thought and philosophy. It encompasses doctrines such as the “three trainings,” which include the Four Noble Truths, the Noble Eightfold Path, unsurpassed perfect enlightenment, and more. Additionally, it explores the purpose and ultimate goal of Buddhist practice, which is liberation, salvation, and Nirvana.