The Emergence of Buddhism Classical Traditions in Contemporary Perspective |
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| Author:
| Kinnard, Jacob N. |
| Series title: | Emergence Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8006-9748-8 |
| Publication Date: | Oct 2010 |
| Publisher: | 1517 Media
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| Imprint: | Fortress Press |
| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $28.00USD $28.00 |
Book Description:
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This brief survey text tells the story of Buddhism as it unfolds through the narrative of the Brahmanical cosmology from which Buddhism emerged, the stories and myths surrounding Buddha's birth, Buddha's path to enlightenment, and the eventual spread of his teachings throughout India and the world. Jacob N. Kinnard's clear telling of the tale ......
This brief survey text tells the story of Buddhism as it unfolds through the narrative of the Brahmanical cosmology from which Buddhism emerged, the stories and myths surrounding Buddha's birth, Buddha's path to enlightenment, and the eventual spread of his teachings throughout India and the world. Jacob N. Kinnard's clear telling of the tale ......