A to Z of Buddhism

Häftad, Engelska, 2001

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With a history spanning more than two and a half millennia and over 300 million adherents worldwide, Buddhism is one of humankind's most interesting and populous religions. This book provides a comprehensive framework for understanding Buddhism as a historically compelling religion. Because the study of Buddhism is a difficult task, including so many varied cultures, this volume seeks to assist the reader by providing a carefully designed pronunciation guide to Buddhist canonical languages, an overview of the Buddhist scriptures preserved in Pali, Chinese, and Tibetan, a chronology of Buddhist history, a map of the Buddhist world, and an extensive introduction to the history, doctrine, and community life of the religion.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2001-07-26
Mått140 x 215 x 17 mm
Vikt367 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
SerieA to Z Guide Series
Antal sidor328
FörlagScarecrow Press
ISBN9780810840690

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Charles S. Prebish, Associate Professor of Religious Studies, Pennsylvania State, has published seven books and several dozen articles in such journals as History of Religions, Journal of the American Oriental Society, and Journal of Asian Studies. A past officer of the International Association of Buddhist Studies, he held the Numata Chair in Buddhist Studies in 1993 at the University of Calgary.

...[offers] readers a well-designed pronunciation guide, a detailed chronology of Buddhist history, an overview of the Buddhist scriptures, and thoughtful entries on events, persons, places of historical significance, religious institutions, ritual practices, doctrines, missionary movements, and terminology. Highly recommended for all academic and public libraries needing a comprehensive guide to Buddhism.