Treasures of Buddhism

”[A] remarkable little book… .“–Perry Schmidt-Leukel, author of Transformation by Integration: How Inter-faith Encounter Changes Christianity”[E]very reader interested in Buddhism from whatever angle will here find much that speaks to his condition.“–Marco Pallis, author of Peaks and Lamas, A Buddhist Spectrum, and The Way and the Mountain”[I]t gives a more powerful ‘taste’ of Buddhism than any other book by a Western author that I have read, while at the same time it never lets us forget what Buddhism has in common with other religions.“–The Royal Asiatic Society”[R]ecommended to all serious persons interested in Buddhism, as a unique contribution to its metaphysical definition.“–The Eastern Buddhist“Essentials of Buddhism [are] described with clarity, making use of comparisons with Western religious thought.”–Kenneth K. Inada, author of Guide to Buddhist Philosophy“Frithjof Schuon’s demanding and comprehensive essays … explore Buddhism’s spiritual system and analyze its ‘messages’ of renunciation, mystery, peace, and mercy.”–Booklist“Recommended for academic collections with an interest in comparative religion.”–Library Journal“Treasures of Buddhism is a … richly rewarding compilation, embellished by excerpts from previously unpublished correspondence–altogether indispensable to anyone seriously interested in the Buddhist tradition.”–Harry Oldmeadow, author of Frithjof Schuon and the Perennial Philosophy

Frithjof Schuon (1907-1998) is best known as the foremost spokesman of the Perennial Philosophy. A gifted artist and poet as well as the author of over twenty books on religion, metaphysics, sacred art, and the spiritual path, Schuon’s books have been translated into over a dozen languages and are respected by academic and religious authorities alike.

Harry Oldmeadow was Coordinator of Philosophy and Religious Studies at La Trobe University Bendigo, Australia, until his recent retirement. He is a well-respected authority on the Perennialist school of comparative religion and the author of Frithjof Schuon and the Perennial Philosophy. He lives in Bendigo, Australia.