The Niles, Henry Thayer 1825-1901 creator text utu 2004 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Dawn and the Day; Or, The Buddha and the Christ, Part I" by Henry Thayer Niles is a historical narrative written during the late 19th century. The work delves into the intertwining lives and teachings of two significant spiritual figures, Buddha and Christ, exploring the fundamental truths of their religions while contrasting their respective dogmas and cultural contexts. It sets the stage for a deeper examination of the philosophies that arose from Buddhism and Christianity, emphasizing their shared values and the universal quest for understanding and connection. The opening of the work establishes a reflective preface that discusses the author's intent and the often misconceived relationship between Buddhism and Christianity. Niles draws on historical and literary references to describe humanity's innate quest for love, truth, and understanding, as evidenced in the sacred texts. He critiques how interpretations of both religions have been muddled by sectarian differences and narrow views, urging a reconsideration of their foundational teachings. As the narrative progresses, it introduces characters like King Suddhodana and his son Siddhartha, foreshadowing Siddhartha's transformative journey toward becoming the Buddha, while hinting at a convergence of spiritual destinies between East and West. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2004-12-15 E-text prepared by Al Haines Original publication data not identified Religious poetry Gautama Buddha -- Poetry Jesus Christ -- Poetry PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14360 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14360 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133334.0 14360