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The Buddhist Tradition in India, China and Japan

William Theodore de Bary

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Description:This book, compiled from basic Buddhist writings, presents a survey of Buddhist thought in India, China & Japan, covering the central doctrines & practices that has profoundly influenced Asian life. Developments in practical ethics, social attitudes, philosophical speculation, & religious & esthetic contemplation are represented by selected excerpts from basic writings with succinct introductions & commentary. From these one may observe not only the remarkable vitality of Buddhism in its spread through Asia, but also the essential links between widely diverse forms, showing how the spiritual message of the Buddha found expression in different historical & cultural circumstances. Thus both its continuity in time & its wide range of influence mark Buddhism as a major spiritual force in the world. Buddha, as the Awakened One, has exemplified to millions throughout the ages a living Truth, a dynamic wisdom & an active compassion. It's these qualities that have inspired hope & courage in those who were asked to face to the stark reality of their condition: the inevitable involvement in suffering which arises from his persistent egoism & refusal to recognize finitude.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Buddhist Tradition in India, China and Japan. To get started finding The Buddhist Tradition in India, China and Japan, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Publisher: Vintage/Random House, Inc. (NY)

Release: 2011

ISBN: 0394716965

Description: This book, compiled from basic Buddhist writings, presents a survey of Buddhist thought in India, China & Japan, covering the central doctrines & practices that has profoundly influenced Asian life. Developments in practical ethics, social attitudes, philosophical speculation, & religious & esthetic contemplation are represented by selected excerpts from basic writings with succinct introductions & commentary. From these one may observe not only the remarkable vitality of Buddhism in its spread through Asia, but also the essential links between widely diverse forms, showing how the spiritual message of the Buddha found expression in different historical & cultural circumstances. Thus both its continuity in time & its wide range of influence mark Buddhism as a major spiritual force in the world. Buddha, as the Awakened One, has exemplified to millions throughout the ages a living Truth, a dynamic wisdom & an active compassion. It's these qualities that have inspired hope & courage in those who were asked to face to the stark reality of their condition: the inevitable involvement in suffering which arises from his persistent egoism & refusal to recognize finitude.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Buddhist Tradition in India, China and Japan. To get started finding The Buddhist Tradition in India, China and Japan, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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