The Art of Listening: A Guide to the Early Teachings of Buddhism

An accessible introduction to the teachings of the Buddha told through the oral tradition of the Dīghanikāya—the preeminent text of the Pali canon.

The Dīghanikāya or Long Discourses of the Buddha is one of the four major collections of teachings from the early period of Buddhism. Its thirty-four suttas (in Sanskrit, sutras) demonstrate remarkable breadth in both content and style, forming a comprehensive collection. The Art of Listening gives an introduction to the Dīghanikāya and demonstra...