Buddhaghosuppatti: Or The Historical Romance Of The Rise And Career Of Buddhaghosa (1892) is a book written by James Gray that tells the story of Buddhaghosa, a Buddhist scholar who lived in India during the 5th century CE. The book is a historical romance that traces the rise of Buddhaghosa from his humble beginnings as a farmer's son to his eventual status as a renowned scholar and commentator on Buddhist texts.The book begins with an introduction to the life and times of Buddhaghosa, including his birth, childhood, and early education. It then follows his journey as he travels to Sri Lanka, where he becomes a monk and begins his study of the Pali language and Buddhist texts.As Buddhaghosa's reputation as a scholar grows, he is called upon to teach and advise other monks and laypeople. He also becomes involved in various debates and controversies within the Buddhist community, including disputes over the interpretation of Buddhist doctrine and the role of women in the religion.Throughout the book, Gray provides a detailed and vivid account of life in ancient India and Sri Lanka, including descriptions of the landscape, culture, and religious practices of the time. He also explores the themes of faith, devotion, and the pursuit of knowledge that are central to Buddhist philosophy.Overall, Buddhaghosuppatti: Or The Historical Romance Of The Rise And Career Of Buddhaghosa (1892) is a fascinating and engaging read for anyone interested in the history and philosophy of Buddhism, as well as those interested in the culture and society of ancient India and Sri Lanka.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.