This is a study of contemporary Buddhist-Christian encounter in Thailand. Based on case studies, it describes the encounter and debates the related issues of nationalism, identity, and concept of the religious other. Thai notions of avoidance and friendship are identified as specific contributions to the wider field of interreligious relations.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:3631654103
ISBN13:9783631654101
Release Date:May 2014
Publisher:Peter Lang Gmbh, Internationaler Verlag Der W
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