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Cross-disciplinary Perspectives on a Contested Buddhist Site

Bodh Gaya Jataka

Edited by David Geary, Abhishek Singh Amar, Matthew Sayers ...

Series series Routledge South Asian Religion Series
Bodh Gaya in the North Indian state of Bihar has long been recognized as the place where the Buddha achieved enlightenment. This book brings together the recent work of twelve scholars from a variety of disciplines - anthropology, art history, history, and religion – to highlight their various findings and perspectives on different facets of Bodh Gaya’s past and present.Through an engaging and ... Read more

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Bodh Gaya in the North Indian state of Bihar has long been recognized as the place where the Buddha achieved enlightenment. This book brings together the recent work of twelve scholars from a variety of disciplines - anthropology, art history, history, and religion – to highlight their various findings and perspectives on different facets of Bodh Gaya’s past and present.Through an engaging and
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Confession of a Buddhist Atheist

by Stephen Batchelor ...

*Does Buddhism require faith? Can an atheist or agnostic follow the Buddha’s teachings without believing in reincarnation or organized religion?This is one man’s confession.*In his classic Buddhism Without Beliefs, Stephen Batchelor offered a profound, secular approach to the teachings of the Buddha that struck an emotional chord with Western readers. Now, with the same brilliance and boldness of ... Read more

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*Does Buddhism require faith? Can an atheist or agnostic follow the Buddha’s teachings without believing in reincarnation or organized religion?This is one man’s confession.*In his classic Buddhism Without Beliefs, Stephen Batchelor offered a profound, secular approach to the teachings of the Buddha that struck an emotional chord with Western readers. Now, with the same brilliance and boldness of
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The Star Spangled Buddhist

Zen, Tibetan, and Soka Gakkai Buddhism and the Quest for Enlightenment in America

by Jeffrey Ourvan ...

“Ourvan offers a succinct but illuminating overview of Zen, Tibetan, and Soka Gakkai Buddhism."—Publishers WeeklyApproximately four million Americans claim to be Buddhist. Moreover, hundreds of thousands of Americans of various faiths read about Buddhism, are interested in its philosophical tenets, or fashionably view themselves as Buddhists. They’re part of what’s been described as the fastest ... Read more

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“Ourvan offers a succinct but illuminating overview of Zen, Tibetan, and Soka Gakkai Buddhism."—Publishers WeeklyApproximately four million Americans claim to be Buddhist. Moreover, hundreds of thousands of Americans of various faiths read about Buddhism, are interested in its philosophical tenets, or fashionably view themselves as Buddhists. They’re part of what’s been described as the fastest
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Practicing the Jhanas

Traditional Concentration Meditation as Presented by the Venerable Pa Auk Sayadaw

by Stephen Snyder, Tina Rasmussen ...

Two experienced American meditators explain the stages and techniques of concentration meditation, as taught by the Buddhist master Pa Auk SayadawThis is a clear and in-depth presentation of the traditional Theravadin concentration meditation known as jhāna practice, from two authors who have practiced the jhānas in retreat under the guidance of one of the great living meditation masters, Pa Auk ... Read more

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Two experienced American meditators explain the stages and techniques of concentration meditation, as taught by the Buddhist master Pa Auk SayadawThis is a clear and in-depth presentation of the traditional Theravadin concentration meditation known as jhāna practice, from two authors who have practiced the jhānas in retreat under the guidance of one of the great living meditation masters, Pa Auk
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Buddhism

Way of Life & Thought

by Nancy Wilson Ross ...

"A clear, exhilarating exposition of the Buddhist way, well understood, well made, fun to read, and simple in the very best sense of the word—just as it should be!" —Peter Matthiessen, National Book Award Winner of In ParadiseA fascinating volume that explains the origins, development and basic principles of the religion followed by nearly one-quarter of the people on earth. ... Read more

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"A clear, exhilarating exposition of the Buddhist way, well understood, well made, fun to read, and simple in the very best sense of the word—just as it should be!" —Peter Matthiessen, National Book Award Winner of In ParadiseA fascinating volume that explains the origins, development and basic principles of the religion followed by nearly one-quarter of the people on earth.
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Introducing Buddha

A Graphic Guide

by Borin Van Loon, Jane Hope ...

Series series Graphic Guides
Meditation, Karma, Zen, Tantric and Nirvana are some of the many Buddhist ideas Westerners hear of frequently, even if their meaning has been lost in translation. This vast and complex non-theistic religion is woven into the fabric of Asian civilisations. from India to the Himalayan regions, China, Vietnam, Korea, Japan and elsewhere. What is Buddhism really all about?Introducing Buddha describes ... Read more

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Meditation, Karma, Zen, Tantric and Nirvana are some of the many Buddhist ideas Westerners hear of frequently, even if their meaning has been lost in translation. This vast and complex non-theistic religion is woven into the fabric of Asian civilisations. from India to the Himalayan regions, China, Vietnam, Korea, Japan and elsewhere. What is Buddhism really all about?Introducing Buddha describes
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Beyond the Breath

Extraordinary Mindfulness Through Whole-Body Vipassana Meditation

by Marshall Glickman ...

Discover extraordinary mindfulness through whole-body Vipassana meditationBeyond the Breath is one of the first books to give a complete overview and description of sensation based vipassana meditation—the form of mediation believed to have been used by the Buddha 2,500 years ago.Vipassana meditation provides a practical method of self-awareness, allowing us to fave difficulties in a calm and ... Read more

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Discover extraordinary mindfulness through whole-body Vipassana meditationBeyond the Breath is one of the first books to give a complete overview and description of sensation based vipassana meditation—the form of mediation believed to have been used by the Buddha 2,500 years ago.Vipassana meditation provides a practical method of self-awareness, allowing us to fave difficulties in a calm and
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Buddhism: The Basics

by Cathy Cantwell ...

Series series The Basics
Buddhism: The Basics provides a thorough and accessible introduction to a fascinating religion. Examining the historical development of Buddhism and its presence today, this guide covers:principal traditionspractices and beliefsethical guidelines and philosophyreligious textscommunityWith helpful features including a detailed map of the Buddhist w... ... Read more

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Buddhism: The Basics provides a thorough and accessible introduction to a fascinating religion. Examining the historical development of Buddhism and its presence today, this guide covers:principal traditionspractices and beliefsethical guidelines and philosophyreligious textscommunityWith helpful features including a detailed map of the Buddhist w...
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The Dhammapada

The Essential Teachings of the Buddha

Discover the ancient wisdom that has made Buddhism the most popular non-Biblical religion in Europe and North America. ... Read more

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Discover the ancient wisdom that has made Buddhism the most popular non-Biblical religion in Europe and North America.
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Buddhism for Beginners: The Ultimate Guide on How to Integrate Buddhist Teachings and Practice in Your Everyday Life

by Roger Nelson ...

This book is a beginner’s guide to Buddhism. It will introduce the reader to the origin of Buddhism and the teaching passed through the discipline. It will serve to educated the reader on the various ways they can be able to actualize a simple but happy life through Buddhism. It will enlighten the user on the various ways the Buddha worked to become enlightened and eventually got to rid himself of ... Read more

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This book is a beginner’s guide to Buddhism. It will introduce the reader to the origin of Buddhism and the teaching passed through the discipline. It will serve to educated the reader on the various ways they can be able to actualize a simple but happy life through Buddhism. It will enlighten the user on the various ways the Buddha worked to become enlightened and eventually got to rid himself of
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Shingon Refractions

Myoe and the Mantra of Light

by Mark Unno ...

Shingon Buddhism arose in the eighth century and remains one of Japan's most important sects, at present numbering some 12 million adherents. As such it is long overdue appropriate coverage. Here, the well-respected Mark Unno illuminates the tantric practice of the Mantra of Light, the most central of Shingon practices, complete with translations and an in-depth exploration of the scholar-monk ... Read more

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Shingon Buddhism arose in the eighth century and remains one of Japan's most important sects, at present numbering some 12 million adherents. As such it is long overdue appropriate coverage. Here, the well-respected Mark Unno illuminates the tantric practice of the Mantra of Light, the most central of Shingon practices, complete with translations and an in-depth exploration of the scholar-monk
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Making Sense of Tantric Buddhism

History, Semiology, and Transgression in the Indian Traditions

by Christian Wedemeyer ...

Series series South Asia Across the Disciplines
Making Sense of Tantric Buddhism fundamentally rethinks the nature of the transgressive theories and practices of the Buddhist Tantric traditions, challenging the notion that the Tantras were "marginal" or primitive and situating them instead—both ideologically and institutionally—within larger trends in mainstream Buddhist and Indian culture.Critically surveying prior scholarship, Wedemeyer ... Read more

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Making Sense of Tantric Buddhism fundamentally rethinks the nature of the transgressive theories and practices of the Buddhist Tantric traditions, challenging the notion that the Tantras were "marginal" or primitive and situating them instead—both ideologically and institutionally—within larger trends in mainstream Buddhist and Indian culture.Critically surveying prior scholarship, Wedemeyer
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