Buddhist Women at the Time of The Buddha
Hellmuth Hecker
Translated from the German By Sister Khema
Foreword
The following stories, written by Hellmuth Hecker, have been translated from the German Buddhist magazine, “Wissen and Wandel,” XVIII 3 (1972), XXLI 1/2 (1976). They are published here with their kind permission.
While every effort has been made by the translator to conform to the original writing, some changes had to be made for the sake of clarity.
The stories of Bhadda Kundalakesa and Patacara have been enlarged and filled in.
Grateful acknowledgment is made to Ven. Khantipalo for his assistance in improving the style and content of this narrative. His new translations of verses of the Therigatha and the Dhammapada from the original Pali have helped to make these stories come alive.
It is hoped that this booklet will serve as an inspiration to all those who are endeavoring to tread in the Buddha’s footsteps.
Sister Khema
Wat Buddha Dhamma
Wisemans Ferry, N.S.W.2255
Australia
January 1982
