Studying Buddhism in Practice
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Author | : John S. Harding |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 201 |
Release | : 2013-06-17 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781136501890 |
ISBN-13 | : 1136501894 |
Rating | : 4/5 (90 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Studying Buddhism in Practice by : John S. Harding
Book excerpt: This book introduces the rich realities of the Buddhist tradition and the academic approaches through which they are studied. Based on personal experiences of Buddhism on the ground, it provides a reflective context within which religious practices can be understood and appreciated. The engaging narratives cover a broad range of Buddhist countries and traditions, drawing on fieldwork to explore topics such as ordination, pilgrimage, funerals, gender roles, and film-making. All the entries provide valuable contextual discussion and are accompanied by photographs and suggestions for further reading.