Primitive Buddhism: Its Origin And Teachings

By Elizabeth Armstrong Reed and Reed Elizabeth A. (Elizabeth 1842-1915

Book Overview

Primitive Buddhism: Its Origin And Teachings is a comprehensive book written by Elizabeth A. Reed that explores the origins and teachings of Buddhism. The book delves into the early history of Buddhism and how it evolved over time, from its roots in ancient India to its spread throughout Asia and beyond.The author discusses the key teachings of Buddhism, including the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and the concept of karma. She also explores the role of meditation in Buddhist practice and the importance of mindfulness in daily life.In addition to providing an overview of Buddhist philosophy, the book also examines the cultural and social contexts in which Buddhism developed. The author explores the influence of early Indian religions, as well as the impact of Buddhism on the cultures and societies of Southeast Asia, China, and Japan.Overall, Primitive Buddhism: Its Origin And Teachings is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the history and philosophy of Buddhism. It offers a clear and accessible introduction to the key concepts and teachings of this ancient and influential religion.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428626212
• ISBN13: 9781428626218
• Release Date: June 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"