The Awakening Of Faith In The Mahayana Doctrine

Author : Asvaghosa
Publisher : Wentworth Press
Page : 128 pages
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Category : History
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The Awakening of Faith in the Mahayana Doctrine: The New Buddhism by Asvaghosa Pdf

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Author : ASVAGHOSA. ASVAGHOSA
Publisher : Unknown
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Release : 2018
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AWAKENING OF FAITH IN THE MAHAYANA DOCTRINE by ASVAGHOSA. ASVAGHOSA Pdf

Author : Asvaghosa
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 108 pages
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Release : 2015-06-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1440038600

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Excerpt from The Awakening of Faith in the Mahayana Doctrine: The New Buddhism The book is Brahministic and Buddhistic, Indian and Western in some aspects of philosophic thought. It is profoundly philosophic, reminding one strongly of Hegel, Berkeley and G.Gore in the earlier part, and is as hard to understand as Bishop Butlers famous Analogy; yet very practical in the latter part, therefore it has great importance arising from its high and extensive range of view. If it be, as it is more and more believed that the Mahayana Faith is not Buddhism, properly so-called, but an Asiatic form of the same Gospel of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, in Buddhistic nomenclature, differing from the old Buddhism just as the new Testament differs from the old, then it commands a world-wide interest, for in it we find an adaptation of Christianity to ancient thought in Asia, and the deepest bond of union between the different races of the East and the West, viz., the bond of a common religion. Both Christianity and the New Buddhism hold to the transcendent and the immanent forms of God; but the East emphasises more of the immanent form while the West emphasises more of the transcendent. The almost universal reception of the doctrines contained in this book by both the East and the West constitutes to my mind its highest claim to our attention; for thereby we are brought face to face with a solution of the stupendous practical problem of uniting all races in one bond of religious charity! II. The Evolution and Devolution of Buddhism. The evolution of Buddhism is seen in the new Buddhism superseding the old, and the devolution in the attempt by later writers to combine the primitive with the advanced, an absurd anachronism and impossibility. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Author : Aśvaghoṣa,Timothy Richard
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 45 pages
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Release : 1918
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:4693912

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Author : Timothy Richard,Asvaghosa Asvaghosa
Publisher : Palala Press
Page : 128 pages
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Release : 2016-05-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 135968686X

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The Awakening of Faith in the Mahayana Doctrine by Timothy Richard,Asvaghosa Asvaghosa Pdf

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Author : Asvaghosa Asvaghosa
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 76 pages
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Release : 2017-09-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1528387082

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The Awakening of Faith in the Mahayana Doctrine by Asvaghosa Asvaghosa Pdf

Excerpt from The Awakening of Faith in the Mahayana Doctrine: The New Buddhism Its importance is still more apparent when we consider that its doctrines are the fundamental ones of the Mahayana Faith, which is by far the chief school of Buddhism, not only in' Japan, but also in China, where are the great majority of the Buddhists of the world. If we estimate the value of books by the number of adherents to their doctrines, then, after the Bible, the Koran, the Confucian Classics, and the Vedas, this volume, about the size of the Gospel of Mark, ranks next, or fifth, among the sacred books of the world. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Author : Asvaghosa
Publisher : Scholar's Choice
Page : 130 pages
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Release : 2015-02-19
Category : Electronic
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The Awakening of Faith in the Mahayana Doctrine by Asvaghosa Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Aśvaghoṣa
Publisher : Jain Publishing Company
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780895819390

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Açvaghosha's Discourse on the Awakening of Faith in the Mahāyāna by Aśvaghoṣa Pdf

The Awakening of Faith in the Mahayana is a classic of East Asian Buddhism. Its concept of faith, is not the same as that of Western religions. The book's title may also be translated as The Generating of Confidence in the Mahayana. Confidence and trust is generated as a result of examining the Mahayana Buddhist teachings, which are concisely summarized here. This book is said to have been written for those who find the wordiness of extensive discourse wearisome, and who prefer a brief tretise with a lot of meaning. Doctrinally, it presents the tathagata-garbha or Buddha-matrix teachings in their most developed form.

Author : Aśvaghoṣa,Yoshito S. Hakeda
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 117 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1967
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0231131577

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The Awakening of Faith by Aśvaghoṣa,Yoshito S. Hakeda Pdf

Whenever I have questions on Mahayana Buddhist doctrine, I return tothis text and Professor Hakeda's interpretation of it. I wonder if I willever encounter a work that is at once more profound, attractive, andmysterious than the Awakening of Faith. -- Ryuichi Abi, from theintroduction First published in 1967, Yoshito S. Hakeda's criticalinterpretation of the Awakening of Faith has become a classic. Thisedition, which includes a new introduction by Ryuichi Abi, presents abeautiful and accessible translation of one of the most influential worksin Mahayana Buddhism.

Author : Asvaghosa
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
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Release : 2023-07-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1022249576

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Primary Sources, Historical Collections: The Awakening of Faith in the Mahayana Doctrine: The New Buddhism, With a Foreword by T. S. Wentworth by Asvaghosa Pdf

This collection of primary sources delves into the fascinating world of Mahayana Buddhism and the many ways in which it redefined the faith. With a foreword by T.S. Wentworth, readers will be transported to a world of spiritual awakening and insight unlike any other. From the renowned Buddhist scholar Asvaghosa, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in Buddhist philosophy and theology. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Aśvaghoṣa
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1964
Category : Buddha (The concept)
ISBN : UVA:X030158068

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The Awakening of Faith in the Mahāyāna by Aśvaghoṣa Pdf

Author : Aśvaghoṣa
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1907
Category : Buddha and Buddhism
ISBN : HARVARD:32044060201282

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Da cheng qi xing lun xiao zhu by Aśvaghoṣa Pdf

Author : Asvaghosa
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2012-04-30
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780486148779

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The Awakening of Faith by Asvaghosa Pdf

Comprehensive and coherent, this guide to a complex system of Buddhism is so authoritative that it has been employed in the instruction of Buddhist priests. Readers will find that it offers the keys to the essentials of Mahayana Buddhism, a liberal and theistic branch of the faith practiced chiefly in China and Japan. Translated by the distinguished scholar Teitaro Suzuki, the text discusses how humans can transcend their finite state to partake in the life of the infinite. Practices and techniques to assist believers in the awakening and growth of faith appear here, in addition to the most developed form of tathagata-garbha, or Buddha-matrix teachings. This accessible work was written specifically for those who prefer a brief and pithy presentation to extensive discourse.

Author : John Jorgensen,Mark Strange
Publisher : Oxford Chinese Thought
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780190297701

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Treatise on Awakening Mah=ay=ana Faith by John Jorgensen,Mark Strange Pdf

Dasheng qixin lun, or Treatise on Awakening Mah=ay=ana Faith , has been one of the most important texts of East Asian Buddhism since it first appeared in sixth-century China. It outlines the initial steps a Mah=ay=ana Buddhist needs to take to reach enlightenment, beginning with the conviction that the Mah=ay=ana path is correct and worth pursuing. The Treatise addresses many of the doctrines central to various Buddhist teachings in China between the fifth and seventh centuries, attempting to reconcile seemingly contradictory ideas in Buddhist texts introduced from India. It provided a model for later schools to harmonize teachings and sustain the idea that, despite different approaches, there was only one doctrine, or Dharma. It profoundly shaped the doctrines and practices of the major schools of Chinese Buddhism: Chan, Tiantai, Huayan, and to a lesser extent Pure Land. It quickly became a shared resource for East Asian philosophers and students of Buddhist thought. Drawing on the historical and intellectual contexts of Treatise's composition and paying sustained attention to its interpretation in early commentaries, this new annotated translation of the classic, makes its ideas available to English readers like never before. The introduction orients readers to the main topics taken up in the Treatise and gives a comprehensive historical and intellectual grounding to the text. This volume marks a major advance in studies of the Treatise, bringing to light new interpretations and themes of the text.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09-02
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780190297732

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Treatise on Awakening Mah=ay=ana Faith by Anonim Pdf

Dasheng qixin lun, or Treatise on Awakening Mah=ay=ana Faith , has been one of the most important texts of East Asian Buddhism since it first appeared in sixth-century China. It outlines the initial steps a Mah=ay=ana Buddhist needs to take to reach enlightenment, beginning with the conviction that the Mah=ay=ana path is correct and worth pursuing. The Treatise addresses many of the doctrines central to various Buddhist teachings in China between the fifth and seventh centuries, attempting to reconcile seemingly contradictory ideas in Buddhist texts introduced from India. It provided a model for later schools to harmonize teachings and sustain the idea that, despite different approaches, there was only one doctrine, or Dharma. It profoundly shaped the doctrines and practices of the major schools of Chinese Buddhism: Chan, Tiantai, Huayan, and to a lesser extent Pure Land. It quickly became a shared resource for East Asian philosophers and students of Buddhist thought. Drawing on the historical and intellectual contexts of Treatise's composition and paying sustained attention to its interpretation in early commentaries, this new annotated translation of the classic, makes its ideas available to English readers like never before. The introduction orients readers to the main topics taken up in the Treatise and gives a comprehensive historical and intellectual grounding to the text. This volume marks a major advance in studies of the Treatise, bringing to light new interpretations and themes of the text.