The Arhat and The Fragrant Elephant

Series:Buddhist Stories Vol 4
The Venerable Master often used stories and parables to present the Dharma in a lively and easy-to-understand way. This book is a collection of stories from the Venerable Master’s daily lectures. They allow you to know the truth of life, understand cause and effect, and become aware of impermanence from different perspectives. As the book has something for everyone, people of all ages will enjoy reading these wonderful stories. This is the best book for those who want to learn about Buddhism but do not know where to start.
Publication Year 2018
Pages 39
ISBN 9781990000000
Series Buddhist Stories
Language English
Author Venerable Master Miao Lien
  • Preface..........3
  • The Venerable Master Miao Lien..........4
  • An Introduction to Lingyen Mountain Temple..........9
  • The Great Golden-Winged Peng..........14
  • Buddha Serving a Sick Bhikshu..........20
  • Meditating on a Cliff..........24
  • King Ashoka's Offering to the Sangha..........28
  • The Arhat and The Fragrant Elephant..........33
  • Shariputra Foremost in Wisdom...........38
  • Nanda Was Forced to Leave the Home-Life..........43
  • Uptagupta's Teachings...........54
  • The Silly Suddhipanthaka..........62
  • Python Receives the Five Precepts..........68