The emergence of Buddhism classical traditions in contemporary perspective

Historical overview: the context out of which Buddhism emerged -- The life of the Buddha -- The establishment of Buddhism in India -- The expansion of Buddhism in India -- The continued presence of the Buddha -- The emergence of the Mahayana -- Conclusion: the decline of Buddhism in India and its ri...

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1. Verfasser: Kinnard, Jacob N. (VerfasserIn)
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Sprache:eng
Veröffentlicht: Minneapolis Fortress Press c 2011
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Zusammenfassung:Historical overview: the context out of which Buddhism emerged -- The life of the Buddha -- The establishment of Buddhism in India -- The expansion of Buddhism in India -- The continued presence of the Buddha -- The emergence of the Mahayana -- Conclusion: the decline of Buddhism in India and its rise elsewhere.
Beschreibung:Includes bibliographical references and index
Beschreibung:XIV, 160 S.
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ISBN:9780800697488
978-0-8006-9748-8