The present book is a compilation of the recorded lectures and statements of Swami Vivekananda on Buddha and Buddhism. Its perusal will give the reader a fairly comprehensive idea of the unique personality of Buddha, his enlightening message, and the historical development of Buddhism. No one can read it without being struck by the power, range, depth and beauty of Swamiji?s thoughts.
When we come to nonattachment, then we can understand the marvelous mystery of the universe: how it is intense activity and at the same time intense peace, how it is work every moment and rest every moment.
-Swami Vivekananda