| Author | : Ian Harris |
| Publisher | : Southwater |
| Total Pages | : 256 |
| Release | : 2017-09-07 |
| Genre | : Buddhism |
| ISBN | : 9781846813597 |
A detailed introduction to Buddhist philosophy and teachings, history, and Buddhism around the world today.
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Buddhism
| Author | : Ian Harris |
| Publisher | : Illustrated Encyclopedia of |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2009-07 |
| Genre | : Reference |
| ISBN | : 9780754818991 |
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.
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Buddhist Wisdom
| Author | : Gill Farrer-Halls |
| Publisher | : Quest Books |
| Total Pages | : 204 |
| Release | : 2000 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 9780835607865 |
Provides background information on Buddha and the Four Noble Truths, and describes meditation and Buddhist principles of the Theraveda, Zen, and Tibetan traditions.
A Concise Encyclopedia of Buddhism
| Author | : John Powers |
| Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
| Total Pages | : 290 |
| Release | : 2013-10-01 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 1780744765 |
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.
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Zen Buddhism
| Author | : Helen J. Baroni, Ph.D. |
| Publisher | : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc |
| Total Pages | : 456 |
| Release | : 2002-01-15 |
| Genre | : Social Science |
| ISBN | : 9780823922406 |
Over 1,700 alphabetically-arranged entries cover the beliefs, practices, significant movements, organizations, and personalities associated with Zen Buddhism.
Encyclopedia of Buddhism
| Author | : Damien Keown |
| Publisher | : Routledge |
| Total Pages | : 1396 |
| Release | : 2013-12-16 |
| Genre | : Reference |
| ISBN | : 1136985956 |
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.
Buddhism
| Author | : Kevin Trainor |
| Publisher | : Oxford University Press, USA |
| Total Pages | : 262 |
| Release | : 2004 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 9780195173987 |
In this strikingly illustrated and authoritative volume, readers have an introduction to one of the world's greatest living faiths. 200 color photos, maps & drawings.
An Illustrated Outline of Buddhism
| Author | : William Stoddart |
| Publisher | : World Wisdom, Inc |
| Total Pages | : 162 |
| Release | : 2013 |
| Genre | : Religion |
| ISBN | : 1936597268 |
An Illustrated Outline of Buddhism is an ideal introduction to the vast and complex field of Buddhism, a world religion with more than a billion followers. In its short format and accessible style, it presents the essential features of the Buddhist religion with a clear yet concise style that is suitable for both the general reader and student of Buddhism. This fully color edition contains 40 color illustrations, including a stunning array of outstanding examples of Buddhist art, architecture, statuary, and calligraphy. Numerous maps, diagrams, and charts are included to illustrate important aspects of Buddhist beliefs and to summarize the different cultural forms and developmental phases of Buddhism. A select bibliography for further reading and a detailed index will also aid the reader.
