Theravada Buddhism : Continuity, Diversity, and Identity Paperback / softback
by Kate (SOAS, University of London, UK) Crosby
Part of the Wiley-Blackwell Guides to Buddhism series
Paperback / softback
Description
Theravada Buddhism provides a comprehensive introductory overview of the history, teachings, and current practice of an often misunderstood form of one of the world’s oldest religious traditions. Explores Theravada Buddhism’s origins, evolution, teachings, and practicesConsiders the practice of Theravada beyond Sri Lanka and Thailand, by exploring a wealth of material from countries including Bangladesh, Cambodia, and VietnamReveals its rich and varied traditions, and corrects common misunderstandings about links to other practices, such as early Buddhism or Hinayana BuddhismIncorporates student-friendly features including a glossary and other study aids
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:312 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication Date:22/11/2013
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- ISBN:9781405189064
Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:312 pages
- Publisher:John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Publication Date:22/11/2013
- Category:
- ISBN:9781405189064