Further Stories from the Jatakas (Comic Book)

Over 86 million copies of over 400 titles sold worldwide Amar Chitra Katha is a collection of illustrated classical; that retell stories from Indian mythology, history, folktales and legends through the fascinating medium of comics. Over 430 stories from all over India have been told in this series that has been endorsed by educationists and recommenced by teachers the world over.

Through a masterful blend of commentary, dialogue and illustration, Amar Chitra Katha presents complex historical facts and intricate mythology in a format that would appeal to children. They not only entertain, but also provide a fitting introduction to the culture heritage of India. In a country so vast and varied, the series also serves as a medium for national integration, by introduction young readers to the rich culture diversity of the country and highlighting the achievements of local heroes.

Jataka Tales Nandivishala All living creatures die to be born again, so the Hindus believe. Siddhartha, who became the Buddha, was no exception. It is believed that several lifetimes as a Bodhisattva go into the making of Buddha, the Enlightened One. The Bodhisattva is one, who by performing virtuous, kind and intelligent acts, aspires to become a Buddha. The Bodhisattva came in many forms - man, monkey, deer elephant, lion. Whatever his mortal body, he spreads the message of justice and wisdom, tempered with compassion.

This wisdom, the wisdom of right thinking and right living, is preserved in the Jataka stories. The Jataka tales, on which the present title is based, is a collection of 550 stories included in the Pali canon. These are based on folklore, legends and ballads of ancient India. We cannot assign a definite date to the Jataka stories. Takings into accounts archaeological and literary evidence, it seems likely that they were complied in the period between 3rd century BC and 5th century AD. The Jataka tales provide invaluable information about ancient Indian civilisation, culture and philosophy.

Back of The Book All living die to be born again, so believe the Hindus. Several lifetimes as a Bodhisattva go into the making of Buddha, the Enlightened One. The Bodhisattva is one, who by performing virtuous, kind and intelligent acts, aspires to become a Buddha. He comes in many forms - man, monkey, deer, elephant, lion - but whatever be the form of his mortal, he spreads the message of justice and wisdom, tempered with compassion.

This wisdom, of right thinking and right living, is preserved in the Jataka stories, a collection of 550 stories included in the Pali canon. The are based on the ballads, legends and folklore of ancient India and provide invaluable insights in to the civilisation, culture and philosophy of that time.

A definite date cannot be assigned to the Jataka stories. From archaeological and literary evidence, it is likely that they were compiled between 3rd century BC and 5th century AD.