The Buddhist Way of Life
Its Philosophy and History
Price: $160.00
Add to Cart- ISBN: 978-0-415-46147-4
- Binding: Hardback
- Published by: Routledge
- Publication Date: 12th February 2008
- Pages: 192
About the Book
Originally published in 1951.
This study of Buddhism deals with the early tradition, followed by a brief consideration of its historicity and the form the religion takes in Sri Lanka, Burma and Thailand. The main line of development in India, China and Japan is then discussed. Focussing on essential Buddhism in both its chief schools, the Lesser and Greater Vehicle, the influence of philosophy on sect and of both on the practical affairs of history are examined.
Table of Contents
Section 1: Early Sources
Section 2: The Tradition
Section 3: Interpretation
Section 4: Early Differences
Section 5: World Religion
Section 6:Concluding Thoughts