Buddhism: The Light of AsiaA concise presentation of the philosophy, history, literature, art, and ceremonies of Buddhism, by a distinguished Oriental scholar. Generous quotations from the poetry and prose of Buddhist literature enrich reader s understanding of this religion, and its far-flung influence. |
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Contents
The Background | 1 |
The Life of the Buddha | 13 |
The Teachings of the Buddha | 30 |
Mahayana Buddhism | 61 |
The Sangha or Monastic Community | 86 |
The Spread of Theravada Buddhism III | 111 |
Buddhism in China | 134 |
Buddhism in Japan | 171 |
Buddhist Literature | 211 |
Buddhist Art | 236 |
Buddhist Ceremonies and Festivals | 250 |
Buddhism in the Modern World | 268 |
| 283 | |
GLOSSARY | 285 |
| 289 | |
| 293 | |
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| Title | Buddhism: The Light of Asia Volume 272 of Barron's compact studies of world religions |
| Author | Kenneth Kuan Shêng Chʻen |
| Edition | illustrated |
| Publisher | Barron's Educational Series, 1968 |
| ISBN | 0812002725, 9780812002720 |
| Length | 297 pages |
| Subjects | › › Philosophy / Buddhist Philosophy / General Religion / Buddhism / General |
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