1st Edition

The Buddhist Way of Life Its Philosophy and History

By Ven Nyanaponika Copyright 1951
192 Pages
by Routledge

192 Pages
by Routledge

Originally published in 1951. This study of Buddhism deals with the early tradition, followed by a brief consideration of its historicity and the form the religion takes in Sri Lanka, Burma and Thailand. The main line of development in India, China and Japan is then discussed. Focussing on essential Buddhism in both its chief schools, the Lesser and Greater Vehicle, the influence of... Read more

Section 1: Early Sources

Section 2: The Tradition

Section 3: Interpretation

Section 4: Early Differences

Section 5: World Religion

Section 6:Concluding Thoughts

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