Illustrated Encyclopedia of Buddhism (Hardcover)

Buddhism is the fifth largest belief system in the world today, with an estimated 350 million adherents. This richly illustrated book introduces and explains Buddhist history, philosophy and practice, from its very beginnings to the present time. The first two chapters of the book deal with the life of the Buddha and his teachings, and Buddhist texts, traditions and ideas are discussed. The relevant doctrines and principles are explained in detail, such as the Four Noble Truths, karma, samsara, nirvana, and the Noble Eightfold Path, as well as the Buddhist understanding of compassion, tolerance, non-violence and healing. The third chapter covers the gradual spread of Buddhism and the interpretation of Buddhist scriptures over time. The fourth chapter deals with the practice of Buddhism today, country by country, around the world. The final chapter discusses the major Buddhist schools and the key masters and interpreters within these schools, such as Theravada, Zen, Pure Land and Nichiren. Each section is beautifully illustrated by Buddhist paintings, statues and archaeological finds, as well as contemporary images of festivals and ritual. Buddhist architecture is shown and explained, alongside pictures of important temples and pilgrimage sites.

General

Imprint:	Lorenz Books
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	July 2009
First published:	November 2009
Authors:	Ian Harris
Dimensions:	308 x 238 x 27mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	256
ISBN-13:	978-0-7548-1899-1
Categories:	Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Encyclopaedias & reference works > Reference works > 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
LSN:	0-7548-1899-3
Barcode:	9780754818991

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