Buddhist Thought: A Complete Introduction to the Indian Tradition

Paul Williams; Anthony J. Tribe

ISBN 10: 0415207010 / ISBN 13: 9780415207010

Verlag: Routledge, 2000

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Buddhist Thought guides the reader towards a richer understanding of the central concepts of classical Indian Buddhist thought, from the time of Buddha, to the latest scholarly perspectives and controversies. Abstract and complex ideas are made understandable by the authors' lucid style. Of particular interest is the up-to-date survey of Buddhist Tantra in India, a branch of Buddhism where strictly controlled sexual activity can play a part in the religious path. Williams' discussion of this controversial practice as well as of many other subjects makes Buddhist Thought crucial reading for all interested in Buddhism.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor: Paul Williams is Professor of Indian and Tibetan Philosophy and Co-Director of the Centre for Buddhist Studies at the University of Bristol. His numerous publications include Mahayana Buddhism (Routledge, 1989).

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Titel: Buddhist Thought: A Complete Introduction to...
Verlag: Routledge
Erscheinungsdatum: 2000
Einband: Paperback
Zustand: Good
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