The Buddha and His Dhamma: a Life Reimagined Through Reason, Compassion, and Clarity

The Buddha and His Dhamma was the final work of B. R. Ambedkar, published after his death. It offers a distinctive reinterpretation of Buddhist thought and literature, centring on Ambedkar’s vision of Buddhism as a path for social transformation, particularly for the liberation and upliftment of Dalits. The book reflects his understanding of the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha, blending narrative episodes with a detailed examination of core philosophical principles. It also draws upon key elements of the Buddhist canon and tradition to make these ideas more accessible to readers.