Introducing Tibetan Buddhism

Inbunden, Engelska, 2012

Av Geoffrey Samuel, UK) Samuel, Geoffrey (Cardiff University

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This lively introduction is the ideal starting point for students wishing to undertake a comprehensive study of Tibetan religion. It covers the development and influence of Tibetan Buddhism and the key schools and traditions, including Bon. Geoffrey Samuel helps students get to grips with a complex set of beliefs and practices and provides a clear sense of the historical, cultural and textual background. Important contemporary issues such as gender, national identity and Tibetan Buddhism in the world today are also addressed. Illustrated throughout, the book includes a chronology, glossary, pronunciation guide, summaries, discussion questions and suggestions for further reading that will aid understanding and revision.

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Utgivningsdatum2012-04-16
Mått174 x 246 x 19 mm
Vikt2 780 g
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
SerieWorld Religions
Antal sidor296
FörlagTaylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN9780415456647

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List of Figures. Chronology. Language and Pronunciation Guide 1. Background 2. The Development of Buddhism in Tibet 3. Tibetan Buddhism as a Path to Liberation: I. Sūtra Teachings 4. Tibetan Buddhism as a Path to Liberation: II. Tantric Teachings 5. Tibetan Buddhism as a System of Knowledge 6. Ethics and Tibetan Buddhism 7. Lamas and Lay Practitioners, Monasteries and Temples 8. Tibetan Buddhism as Practical Religion 9. Tibetan Buddhism and Tibetan Identity 10. Tibetan Buddhism, Women and Gender 11. The Bon Religion of Tibet: Pre-Buddhist Survival or Variant Form of Buddhism? 12. Tibetan Buddhism Today and Tomorrow. Appendix: Some Important Lamas. Glossary. Index

"Geoffrey Samuel provides a welcome introduction to Tibetan Buddhism and the religious history of Tibet. Concise, lucid, and authoritative, this is one of the best and most useful introductions available to date. It will no doubt become an indispensable reference for students"- Bryan J. Cuevas, Florida State University, USA"This book highlights the practical dimensions of the religious culture of Tibet. Samuel provides a current and accessible guide to the roles Buddhism plays in the lives of Tibetan people, as identities of place and religion continue to be negotiated as Tibetan Buddhism is defined in the contemporary world." - Douglas S. Duckworth, East Tennessee State University, USA