Buddhism

By Merv Fowler

This book begins by posing and answering the question: What is Buddhism? Assuming no previous knowledge, issues such as the legacy of India and the life of the Buddha are discussed. Later sections include: the beliefs and practices of the Mahayana and Theravada schools, with particular emphasis on the four main Mahayana schools of Nichiren, Tibetan, Zen and Pure Land; the Four Noble Truths; the Buddhist councils; rebirth; meditation; festivals; concepts of reality; and yoga. The book ends with a look at the state of Buddhism in the world today and discusses its current popularity. As one commentator has written: New Buddhist groups are springing up like lotus flowers on a hot day. The appeal is due to its undogmatic and open-minded approach which encourages understanding and questioning, and makes Buddhism a prime source for discovering the self within a non-violent tradition.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1898723664
• ISBN13: 9781898723660
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: Liverpool University Press
• Length: 227 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.2" x 8.4"