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Introduction to Buddhism Teachings, History and Practices

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ISBN-10: 0521313333

ISBN-13: 9780521313339

Edition: 1990

Authors: Peter Harvey

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This book is a comprehensive introduction to Buddhist tradition as it has developed in three major cultural areas in Asia, and to Buddhism as it is now developing in the West. It is intended to be a textbook for students of religious and Asian studies, but it will also be of interest to those who want a general survey of Buddhism and its beliefs. Unlike many other general books about Buddhism, it not only explores the world views of the religion but also attempts to show how Buddhism functions as a set of practices. It thus includes chapters on devotion, ethics, monastic practices and meditation. Such practices are related to Buddhist teachings and historical developments. Emphasizing as it…    
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Book details

List price: $32.99
Copyright year: 1990
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication date: 5/25/1990
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 396
Size: 5.50" wide x 8.75" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 0.946
Language: English