Buddhism category: 3907 books
Collected Works of Edwin Arnold: Buddhism and Hinduism Studies, Poetry & Plays (Unabridged)
The Essence of Buddhism, Light of the World, The Light of Asia, The Song Celestial, Indian Poetry, Hindu Literature, The Japanese Wife, Death--And Afterwards…
Language: English
Release Date: September 18, 2015
This carefully crafted ebook: "Collected Works of Edwin Arnold: Buddhism and Hinduism Studies, Poetry & Plays (Unabridged)” is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Table of Contents: The Essence of Buddhism Hindu Literature: Comprising The Book of...
by Udit Sharma
Language: English
Release Date: November 25, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: November 25, 2016
Buddha’s teachings have a universal appeal which is a dominant factor in the spread of Buddhism. This book explains the basic concepts governing Buddhism, with particular emphasis on its teachings and philosophy. It also focus on Buddhism Practices, Mahayana Buddhism Zen (Ch’ an) Japanese Buddhism,...
Simple Buddhism
A Guide to Enlightened Living
Language: English
Release Date: September 1, 2000
Exploring a new religion is no easy task. That's why the Simple series is so popular-these delightful books take readers by the hand and lead them into the basics of an Eastern faith without intimidation or confusion. Simple Buddhism invites readers to discover this appealing religion and its peaceful...
Buddhism
An Introduction to the Buddha's Life, Teachings, and Practices (The Essential Wisdom Library)
Language: English
Release Date: April 30, 2019
A modern guide to the teachings of Buddhism
Buddhism: An Introduction to the Buddha’s Life, Teachings, and Practices is an indispensable guide to a 2,600-year-old wisdom tradition that has transformed the lives of millions across centuries and around the world. Readers will learn how Siddhartha...
by Robin Sacredfire
Language: English
Release Date: May 16, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: May 16, 2017
Even thought the universal truths presented by Buddhism are immortal and will remain as such for many centuries to come, even thousands of years, they have been interpreted in different ways and by different groups. Today, however, many Buddhists seek for a more practical application of such principles,...
The Collected Works of Edwin Arnold: Buddhism & Hinduism Writings, Poetical Works & Plays
The Essence of Buddhism, Light of the World, The Light of Asia, The Song Celestial, Indian Poetry, Hindu Literature, The Japanese Wife, Death--And Afterwards…
Language: English
Release Date: July 4, 2017
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by Old Natural Ways, Janelle Watkinson
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 2018
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 2018
Buddhism is general not considered a religion by its Abrahamic counterparts because of its spiritual and individual nature, rather than following a strict deity. Even the name Buddhism doesn’t mean that they really pray to Buddha, but rather try to emulate the ways of Buddha – the man that reached enlightenment.
Hinduism and Buddhism
An Historical Sketch, Volume 1-3
Language: English
Release Date: January 30, 2017
Probably the first thought which will occur to the reader who is acquainted with the matters treated in this work will be that the subject is too large. A history of Hinduism or Buddhism or even of both within the frontiers of India may be a profitable though arduous task, but to attempt a historical...
Mediums, Monks, and Amulets
Thai Popular Buddhism Today
Language: English
Release Date: August 15, 2012
Mediums, Monks, and Amulets is a sophisticated yet accessible study of the state of popular Buddhist beliefs as they are practiced in Thailand today. Using a combination of focused case studies and analysis, Pattana Kitiarsa explores the nature and evolution of popular Buddhism over the past three...
Buddhism in Australia
Traditions in Change
Language: English
Release Date: December 7, 2010
The number of Buddhists in Australia has grown dramatically in recent years. In 2006, Buddhists accounted for 2.1 per cent of Australia's population, almost doubling the 1996 figures, and making it the fastest growing religion in the country. This book analyses the arrival and localisation of Buddhism...
by Damien Keown
Language: English
Release Date: March 27, 2003
Language: English
Release Date: March 27, 2003
This broad-ranging and authoritative illustrated dictionary provides over 2000 clear and concise definitions of every aspect of Buddhism; including coverage of not only historical but also contemporary issues such as human rights and the role of women. From religious ceremonies to iconography this...
Secular Buddhism
Imagining the Dharma in an Uncertain World
Language: English
Release Date: February 21, 2017
An essential collection of Stephen Batchelor’s most probing and important work on secular Buddhism As the practice of mindfulness permeates mainstream Western culture, more and more people are engaging in a traditional form of Buddhist meditation. However, many of these people have little interest...
The Star Spangled Buddhist
Zen, Tibetan, and Soka Gakkai Buddhism and the Quest for Enlightenment in America
Language: English
Release Date: January 26, 2016
“Ourvan offers a succinct but illuminating overview of Zen, Tibetan, and Soka Gakkai Buddhism."—Publishers Weekly
Approximately four million Americans claim to be Buddhist. Moreover, hundreds of thousands of Americans of various faiths read about Buddhism, are interested in its philosophical...
by Jean Smith
Language: English
Release Date: December 18, 2007
Language: English
Release Date: December 18, 2007
Here is a comprehensive introduction to Zen Buddhism for those who don't know how or where to begin, nor what to expect once they have started practicing. It includes the fundamentals of meditation practice (posture, technique, clothing), descriptions of the basic teachings and major texts, the teacher-student...