The Buddha: A Beginner's Guide - Couverture souple

Strong, John

 
9781851686261: The Buddha: A Beginner's Guide
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 1851686266 ISBN 13 : 9781851686261
Editeur : Oneworld Publications, 2009

Synopsis

Revealing the man behind the icon.

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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À propos de l'auteur

John Strong is Professor and Chair of the Department of Philosophy and Religion at Bates College in Maine, USA. He has lectured in countries across the world, including Japan and Sri Lanka, and is the respected author of four books and numerous articles on Buddhism.

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Éditeur
Oneworld Publications
Date d'édition
2009
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1851686266
ISBN 13 
9781851686261
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
288
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Personne responsable
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