The Significance of Sinhala and Japanese Buddhist Rituals of Today: A Comparative Study of Sinhala and Japanese Buddhist Rites of Passage - Couverture souple

Liyanaarachchi, Yashodhara Sarachchandra

 
9783659406027: The Significance of Sinhala and Japanese Buddhist Rituals of Today: A Comparative Study of Sinhala and Japanese Buddhist Rites of Passage
Couverture souple
ISBN 10 : 3659406023 ISBN 13 : 9783659406027
Editeur : LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, 2014

Synopsis

This study would abet in understanding the changes taking place in soteriological religions such as Buddhism and folk religions and the impact these changes have on the individual and society. A thorough awareness of the effects of religious beliefs and practices sustained by a populace provide the insight and knowledge for a better understanding of its culture and society. This comparative study can also be considered as an attempt to appreciate, elucidate and comprehend the role of religion in society today. Hence, the ultimate objective of this endeavor is to acquire a critical and informed outlook of our own cultures.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

This study would abet in understanding the changes taking place in soteriological religions such as Buddhism and folk religions and the impact these changes have on the individual and society. A thorough awareness of the effects of religious beliefs and practices sustained by a populace provide the insight and knowledge for a better understanding of its culture and society. This comparative study can also be considered as an attempt to appreciate, elucidate and comprehend the role of religion in society today. Hence, the ultimate objective of this endeavor is to acquire a critical and informed outlook of our own cultures.

Biographie de l'auteur

Yashodhara’s academic achievements include BA Hons. (Sociology) and MA (Japanese Studies). Accomplished in Indian classical music, acting and languages, Yashodhara lectured Sociology at the University of Kelaniya 1998-2001. The youngest daughter of late Prof. E.R. Sarachchandra, Yashodhara is reading for her PhD. at La Trobe University, Australia.

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Éditeur
LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing
Date d'édition
2014
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
3659406023
ISBN 13 
9783659406027
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
124
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