A Concise Encyclopedia Of Buddhism

Author : John Powers
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1780744765
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Concise Encyclopedia of Buddhism written by John Powers and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the teachings of the early masters to the growth of the tradition in the West, this authoritative new reference tool contains over 900 entries supplying information on all the key doctrines, practices, and figures central to Buddhism.

Author : Chandra B. Varma
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Concise Encyclopedia of Early Buddhist Philosophy written by Chandra B. Varma and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Gill Farrer-Halls
Publisher : Quest Books
ISBN 13 : 9780835607865
Total Pages : 204 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Buddhist Wisdom written by Gill Farrer-Halls and published by Quest Books. This book was released on 2000 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides background information on Buddha and the Four Noble Truths, and describes meditation and Buddhist principles of the Theraveda, Zen, and Tibetan traditions.

Author : Ian Harris
Publisher : Illustrated Encyclopedia of
ISBN 13 : 9780754818991
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Buddhism written by Ian Harris and published by Illustrated Encyclopedia of. This book was released on 2009-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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. 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.

Author : Damien Keown
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136985883
Total Pages : 953 pages
Book Rating : 4.81/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Encyclopedia of Buddhism written by Damien Keown and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-12-16 with total page 953 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reflects the current state of scholarship in Buddhist Studies, its entries being written by specialists in many areas, presenting an accurate overview of Buddhist history, thought and practices, most entries having cross-referencing to others and bibliographical references. Contain around 1000 pages and 500,000 words, totalling around 1200 entries.

Author : Andrew Skilton
Publisher : Windhorse Publications
ISBN 13 : 1909314129
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Concise History of Buddhism written by Andrew Skilton and published by Windhorse Publications. This book was released on 2013-06-14 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An ideal introduction to the history of Buddhism. Andrew Skilton - a writer on and practitioner of Buddhism - explains the development of the basic concepts of Buddhism during its 2,500 years of history and describes its varied developments in India, Buddhism's homeland, as well as its spread across Asia, from Mongolia to Sri Lanka and from Japan to the Middle East. A fascinating insight into the historical progress of one of the world's great religions.

Author : Ian Harris
Publisher : Southwater
ISBN 13 : 9781846813597
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.9X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Complete Illustrated Encyclopedia of Buddhism written by Ian Harris and published by Southwater. This book was released on 2017-09-07 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A detailed introduction to Buddhist philosophy and teachings, history, and Buddhism around the world today.

Author : Anthony C. Thiselton
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1780744781
Total Pages : 416 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Concise Encyclopedia of the Philosophy of Religion written by Anthony C. Thiselton and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-10-01 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering thinkers from Plato to Freud, offering detailed explanations of key themes such as evil, and outlining clear definitions of complex ideas like‘the doctrine of analogy,’ this is a comprehensive reference tool for all those studying, or interested in, the philosophy of religion.

Author : Peter Smith
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1780744803
Total Pages : 416 pages
Book Rating : 4.03/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Concise Encyclopedia of the Baha'i Faith written by Peter Smith and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by a well-known author in the field of Baha'i studies, this is a comprehensive and accessible encyclopedia to the youngest of the world religions. Regarded as the second most widespread faith after Christianity, with adherents in almost every country around the globe, the Baha'i faith is nevertheless unfamiliar to many. here Dr Smith traces the origins and development of the religion from 19th century Iran to the modern day, introducing its central figures and major historical events. combining breadth with a readable yet concise style, he provides a balanced overview of Baha'i scriptures, doctrines and practices, social teachings and organization. This reference work presents a clear and knowledgeable view of a fascinating new religion.

Author : J. O. Urmson
Publisher : Psychology Press
ISBN 13 : 0415078830
Total Pages : 476 pages
Book Rating : 4.32/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Concise Encyclopedia of Western Philosophy and Philosophers written by J. O. Urmson and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 1991 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fully revised third edition of this Concise Encyclopedia brings it completely up-to-date. Featuring lively and engaging entries by some of the leading philosophers of our age, it is a readable reference work and engaging introduction.