The Pocket Idiot's Guide to Buddhism - Couverture souple

Hawkins, Bradley

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 002864459X ISBN 13 : 9780028644592

Editeur : Alpha, 2002

Synopsis

You’re no idiot, of course. You know many people have turned to Buddhism as an alternative to organized religion—but you’re mistaken if you believe that all Buddhists live a monklike existence.

Don’t wait until your next life to experience Zen! The Pocket Idiot’s Guide™ to Buddhism reveals the essence of Buddhist thought from its inception in the Far East to its growing devotees in the West. In this Pocket Idiot’s Guide™, you get:

--The life of Siddhartha—better known as the Buddha—the founder of Buddhism.

--The basic Buddhist belief system, including the Three Marks of Existence, the Four Noble Truths, and the Eightfold Path.

--Fully explained concepts such as Zen, karma, dharma, and sutras.

--The history of the various Buddhist sects and their important influence.

 

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À propos de l'auteur

Nancy D. Lewis is a freelance writer, editor, and author of numerous books on lifestyles. She is also a multiple home buyer and seller.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Alpha
• Date d'édition: 2002
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 002864459X
• ISBN 13: 9780028644592
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 208
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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