Secularizing Buddhism: New Perspectives on a Dynamic Tradition - Couverture souple

Shaw, Sarah; Crosby, Kate; Jackson, Roger R.; Fronsdal, Gil

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1611808898 ISBN 13 : 9781611808896

Editeur : Shambhala, 2021

Synopsis

A timely essay collection on the development and influence of secular expressions of Buddhism in the West and beyond.

How do secular values impact Buddhism in the modern world? What versions of Buddhism are being transmitted to the West? Is it possible to know whether an interpretation of the Buddha’s words is correct?
 
In this new essay collection, opposing ideas that often define Buddhist communities—secular versus religious, modern versus traditional, Western versus Eastern—are unpacked and critically examined. These reflections by contemporary scholars and practitioners reveal the dynamic process of reinterpreting and reimagining Buddhism in secular contexts, from the mindfulness movement to Buddhist shrine displays in museums, to whether rebirth is an essential belief.
 
This collection explores a wide range of modern understandings of Buddhism—whether it is considered a religion, philosophy, or lifestyle choice—and questions if secular Buddhism is purely a Western invention, offering a timely contribution to an ever-evolving discussion.
 
Contributors include Bhikkhu Bodhi, Kate Crosby, Gil Fronsdal, Kathleen Gregory, Funie Hsu, Roger R. Jackson, Charles B. Jones, David L. McMahan, Richard K. Payne, Ron Purser, Sarah Shaw, Philippe Turenne, and Pamela D. Winfield.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

RICHARD K. PAYNE is the Yehan Numata Professor of Japanese Buddhist Studies at the Institute of Buddhist Studies in Berkeley, California. Richard is active in the fields of Japanese Buddhist studies and ritual studies. He also serves as editor-in-chief of the Institute's annual journal, Pacific World, and is chair of the Editorial Committee of the Pure Land Buddhist Studies Series.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Shambhala
• Date d'édition: 2021
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1611808898
• ISBN 13: 9781611808896
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 360
• Éditeur: Payne Richard
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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