A Brief Introduction To Buddhism

Author : Tim Dowley
Publisher : Fortress Press
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2019-06-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781506450315

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A Brief Introduction to Buddhism by Tim Dowley Pdf

This brief introduction to Buddhism is designed to help readers understand this important religious tradition. With both nuance and balance, this text provides broad coverage of various forms of Buddhism with an arresting layout with rich colors. It offers both historical overviews and modern perspectives on Buddhist beliefs and practices. The user-friendly content is enhanced by charts of religious festivals, historic timelines, updated maps, and a useful glossary. It is ideal for courses on Buddhism and Asian religions and will be a useful, concise reference for all readers eager to know more about this important religious tradition and its place in our contemporary world.

Author : Damien Keown
Publisher : Oxford Paperbacks
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1996-10-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780191606441

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Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction by Damien Keown Pdf

This Very Short Introduction introduces the reader to the teachings of the Buddha and to the integration of Buddhism into daily life. What are the distinctive features of Buddhism? Who was the Buddha, and what are his teachings? How has Buddhist thought developed over the centuries, and how can contemporary dilemmas be faced from a Buddhist perspective? Words such as 'karma' and 'nirvana' have entered our vocabulary, but what do they mean? Damien Keown's book provides a lively, informative response to these frequently asked questions about Buddhism.

Author : The Dalai Lama
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 137 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2018-07-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780834841567

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An Introduction to Buddhism by The Dalai Lama Pdf

His Holiness the Dalai Lama presents the perfect introduction to traditional Tibetan Buddhist thought and practice, covering the Four Noble Truths and two essential texts. There is no one more suited to introduce beginners—and remind seasoned practitioners—of the fundamentals of Tibetan Buddhism than His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Speaking to an audience of Western students, the Dalai Lama shows us how to apply basic Buddhist principles to our day-to-day lives. Starting with the very foundation of Buddhism, the Four Noble Truths, he provides the framework for understanding the Buddha’s first teachings on suffering, happiness, and peace. He follows with commentary on two of Buddhism’s most profound texts: The Eight Verses on Training the Mind and Atisha’s Lamp for the Path to Enlightenment, often referring to the former as one of his main sources of inspiration for the practice of compassion. With clear, accessible language and the familiar sense of humor that infuses nearly all of his work, the Dalai Lama invites us all to develop innermost awareness, a proper understanding of the nature of reality, and heartfelt compassion for all beings. This book was previously published under the title Lighting the Way.

Author : Peter Harvey
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 551 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780521859424

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An Introduction to Buddhism by Peter Harvey Pdf

Extensively revised and updated, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the development of Buddhism in Asia and the West.

Author : Andrew Skilton
Publisher : Windhorse Publications
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2013-06-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781909314122

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Concise History of Buddhism by Andrew Skilton Pdf

An ideal introduction to the history of Buddhism. Andrew Skilton - a writer on and practitioner of Buddhism - explains the development of the basic concepts of Buddhism during its 2,500 years of history and describes its varied developments in India, Buddhism's homeland, as well as its spread across Asia, from Mongolia to Sri Lanka and from Japan to the Middle East. A fascinating insight into the historical progress of one of the world's great religions.

Author : Peter Harvey
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1990-05-25
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0521313333

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An Introduction to Buddhism by Peter Harvey Pdf

Unlike other studies, this work not only explores Buddhism's world views but attempts to show how it functions as a set of practices based on devotion, ethics, and meditation.

Author : Matthew Kapstein
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780199735129

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Tibetan Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction by Matthew Kapstein Pdf

What does Tibetan Buddhism teach? Just what is the position of the Dalai Lama, and how will his succession be assured? This Very Short Introduction offers a brief account responding to these questions and more, in terms that are easily accessible to those who are curious to learn the most essential features of Tibetan Buddhist history, teachings, and practice.

Author : Bhikkhu Bodhi
Publisher : Buddhist Publication Society
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2010-12-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789552401169

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The Noble Eightfold Path by Bhikkhu Bodhi Pdf

The Buddha's teachings center around two basic principles. One is the Four Noble Truths, in which the Buddha diagnoses the problem of suffering and indicates the treatment necessary to remedy this problem. The other is the Noble Eightfold Path, the practical discipline he prescribes to uproot and eliminate the deep underlying causes of suffering. The present book offers, in simple and clear language, a concise yet thorough explanation of the Eightfold Path. Basing himself solidly upon the Buddha's own words, the author examines each factor of the path to determine exactly what it implies in the way of practical training. Finally, in the concluding chapter, he shows how all eight factors of the path function in unison to bring about the realization of the Buddhist goal: enlightenment and liberation.

Author : John Powers
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 593 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2007-11-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781559392822

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Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism by John Powers Pdf

This is the most comprehensive and authoritative introduction to Tibetan Buddhism available to date, covering a wide range of topics, including history, doctrines, meditation, practices, schools, religious festivals, and major figures. The revised edition contains expanded discussions of recent Tibetan history and tantra and incorporates important new publications in the field. Beginning with a summary of the Indian origins of Tibetan Buddhism and how it eventually was brought to Tibet, it explores Tibetan Mahayana philosophy and tantric methods for personal transformation. The four main schools of Tibetan Buddhism, as well as Bön, are explored in depth from a nonsectarian point of view. This new and expanded edition is a systematic and wonderfully clear presentation of Tibetan Buddhist views and practices.

Author : Geshe Kelsang Gyatso,Kelsang Gyatso
Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass Publishe
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Buddhism
ISBN : 8120816781

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Introduction to Buddhism by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso,Kelsang Gyatso Pdf

Author : Edward Conze
Publisher : Oneworld Publications Limited
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Buddhism
ISBN : 1851680667

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A Short History of Buddhism by Edward Conze Pdf

One of the world's most distinguished writers on Buddhism briefly traces all the key aspects of 2,500 years of Buddhist history, Hinayina, Mahayana, Tantra, and Zen to provide a classic introduction to the development of Buddhism from the time of Buddha to the present day. "A valuable contribution".--Library Journal.

Author : Rebecca Redwood French,Mark A. Nathan
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 409 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2014-07-28
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780521515795

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Buddhism and Law by Rebecca Redwood French,Mark A. Nathan Pdf

This volume challenges the concept of Buddhism as an apolitical religion without implications for law.

Author : Arnie Kozak
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2010-12-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781440511639

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The Everything Buddhism Book by Arnie Kozak Pdf

"My religion is very simple. My religion is kindness." --Dalai Lama That's easy for the Dalai Lama to say--but for the rest of us, understanding this mysterious, multilayered faith can be very difficult. With this updated and revised edition of the classic Buddhist primer, you can delve into the profound principles of nonviolence, mindfulness, and self-awareness. From Tibetan Buddhism to Zen, you'll explore the traditions of all branches of Buddhism, including: The life of Buddha and his continuing influence throughout the world A revealing survey of the definitive Buddhist texts What the Sutras say about education, marriage, sex, and death Faith-fueled social protest movements in Tibet, Burma, and elsewhere Buddhist art, poetry, architecture, calligraphy, and landscaping The proven physiological effects of meditation and other Buddhist practices The growing impact of Buddhism on modern American culture In this guide, you'll discover the deceptively simple truths of this enigmatic religion. Most important, you learn how to apply the tenets of Buddhism to your daily life--and achieve clarity and inner peace in the process.

Author : James Ishmael Ford
Publisher : Unitarian Universalist Assn
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1558963472

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This Very Moment by James Ishmael Ford Pdf

An elegant primer, This Very Moment includes basic teachings of the Buddha, the historical development of Zen Buddhism, Zen meditation practices, koans and more. Ford also highlights the spiritual and political connections between Zen Buddhism and Unitarian Universalism, demonstrating the harmonious balance that can be struck between the two.

Author : Damien Keown
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 167 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2005-06-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780191577949

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Buddhist Ethics: A Very Short Introduction by Damien Keown Pdf

The latter half of the twentieth century witnessed a growing interest in Buddhism, and it continues to capture the imagination of many in the West who see it as either an alternative or a supplement to their own religious beliefs. Numerous introductory books have appeared in recent years to cater for this growing interest, but almost none devotes attention to the specifically ethical dimension of the tradition. For complex cultural and historical reasons, ethics has not received as much attention in traditional Buddhist thought as it has in the West, and publications on the subject are few and far between. Here, Damien Keown, author of Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction , illustrates how Buddhism might approach a range of fascinating moral issues ranging from abortion and suicide to cloning. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.