The Buddha : A Beginner's Guide Paperback / softback
by John Strong
Part of the Beginner's Guides series
Paperback / softback
Description
From his many births to his deathbed deeds, this authoritative biography unites the Buddha of history with the Buddha of legend in a bid to reveal the lasting spiritual relevance at the heart of the Buddhist tradition. Acclaimed scholar John Strong examines not only the historical texts, but also the supernatural accounts that surround this great religious figure, uncovering the roots of many Buddhist beliefs and practices.
Accompanied by helpful charts and tables, and drawing on a vast array of primary sources, the text also features such key topics as: biographical accounts from all the Buddhist schools, an analysis of the Buddha’s enlightenment, the life of the Buddha as depicted by Buddhist art and rituals, and the relics of Siddhartha Gautama, and how they continue his story, even after his lifetime.
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:288 pages, Illustrations
- Publisher:Oneworld Publications
- Publication Date:15/01/2009
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- ISBN:9781851686261
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Only a few left - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:288 pages, Illustrations
- Publisher:Oneworld Publications
- Publication Date:15/01/2009
- Category:
- ISBN:9781851686261
