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The Philosophy of Desire in the Buddhist Pali Canon (Paperback): David Webster

The Philosophy of Desire in the Buddhist Pali Canon (Paperback)

David Webster

Series: Routledge Critical Studies in Buddhism

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David Webster explores the notion of desire as found in the Buddhist Pali Canon. Beginning by addressing the idea of a 'paradox of desire', whereby we must desire to end desire, the varieties of desire that are articulated in the Pali texts are examined. A range of views of desire, as found in Western thought, are presented as well as Hindu and Jain approaches. An exploration of the concept of ditthi(view or opinion) is also provided, exploring the way in which 'holding views' can be seen as analogous to the process of desiring. Other subjects investigated include the mind-body relationship, the range of Pali terms for desire, and desire's positive spiritual value. A comparative exploration of the various approaches completes the work.

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Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Routledge Critical Studies in Buddhism
Release date:	2011
First published:	2004
Authors:	David Webster
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 16mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	284
ISBN-13:	978-0-415-60000-2
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Ethnic studies > General Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Non-Christian religions > Religions of Indic & Oriental origin > Buddhism > General Books > Religion & Spirituality > Non-Christian religions > Religions of Indic & Oriental origin > Buddhism > General Promotions
LSN:	0-415-60000-6
Barcode:	9780415600002