The History of Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya

by K.T.S. Sarao

Book Overview

This book offers an overview of the emergence of Bodh Gayā as a sacred site within Gayā Dharmakṣetra. It contextualizes the different encounters, incidents, and legends connected to the Buddha's experiences shortly before and after he attained Bodhi - when, spiritually speaking, he was extremely lonely and was trying to carve a place for himself in the highly competitive Gayā Dharmakṣetra. Further, the book examines...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9811580693
• ISBN13: 9789811580697
• Release Date: September 2021
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 213 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.2"