New Buddhist Movements in Thailand Towards an Understanding of Wat Phra Dhammakaya and Santi Asoke |
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| Author:
| Mackenzie, Rory |
| Series title: | Routledge Critical Studies in Buddhism Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-203-96646-4 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2007 |
| Publisher: | Taylor & Francis Group
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| Imprint: | Routledge |
| Book Format: | Digital (delivered electronically) |
| List Price: | USD $49.95 |
Book Description:
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The new Buddhist religious movements of Wat Phra Dhammakaya and Santi Asoke, emerged Thailand in the 1970s at a time of political uncertainty. This book explores why they have come into being, what they have reacted against and what they offer to their members.
The new Buddhist religious movements of Wat Phra Dhammakaya and Santi Asoke, emerged Thailand in the 1970s at a time of political uncertainty. This book explores why they have come into being, what they have reacted against and what they offer to their members.