Critical Terms for the Study of Buddhism

Name: Critical Terms for the Study of Buddhism
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ISBN: 9780226493152

ISBN-10: 0226493156

ISBN-13: 9780226493152

Edition: 2005

Authors: Donald S. Lopez Jr.

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Over the past century, Buddhism has come to be seen as a world religion, exceeding Christianity in longevity and, according to many, philosophical wisdom. Buddhism has also increasingly been described as strongly ethical, devoted to nonviolence, and dedicated to bringing an end to human suffering. And because it places such a strong emphasis on rational analysis, Buddhism is considered more compatible with science than the other great religions. As such, Buddhism has been embraced in the West, both as an alternative religion and as an alternative "to religion. This volume provides a unique introduction to Buddhism by examining categories essential for a nuanced understanding of its…

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List price: $33.00
Copyright year: 2005
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Publication date: 5/1/2005
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 344
Size: 6.75" wide x 9.25" long x 0.90" tall
Weight: 1.188
Language: English



Introduction: Impressions of the Buddha



Buddha



Art



Death



Economy



Gift



History



Institution



Pedagogy



Person



Power



Practice



Ritual



Sex



Word



Modernity



Contributors


Index