Overview
Theravada Buddhism provides a comprehensive introductory overview of the history, teachings, and current practice of an often misunderstood form of one of the world's oldest religious traditions. Explores Theravada Buddhism's origins, evolution, teachings, and practices Considers the practice of Theravada beyond Sri Lanka and Thailand, by exploring a wealth of material from countries including Bangladesh, Cambodia, and Vietnam Reveals its rich and varied traditions, and corrects common misunderstandings about links to other practices, such as early Buddhism or Hinayana Buddhism Incorporates student-friendly features including a glossary and other study aids
- | Author: Kate Crosby
- | Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
- | Publication Date: Dec 04, 2013
- | Number of Pages: 312 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1405189061
- | ISBN-13: 9781405189064
