{"product_id":"2511","title":"First Buddhist Women","description":"\u003ci\u003eFirst Buddhist Women\u003c\/i\u003e traces the journey of the wives, mothers, teachers, courtesans, prostitutes, and wanderers who became the first female disciples of the Buddha.  Susan Murcott's lively translation and commentary of the Therigatha, the earliest known collecion of women's religious poetry, is surprisingly timeless, addressing issues of spiritual enlightenment and societal expectations that are still relevant today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe poetry and stories in this book provide historical insight into how Buddhism became one of the first religions to welcome women and offers inspiration for anyone looking for spiritual role models.  Diana Winston's moving introduction is a personal testament to the power of this book to change lives.\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Murcott, Susan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42101550678110,"sku":"205541","price":27.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0591\/3677\/0142\/files\/205541.jpg?v=1760548103","url":"https:\/\/store.pariyatti.org\/products\/2511","provider":"Pariyatti","version":"1.0","type":"link"}