1st Edition
The Buddhist Way of Life Its Philosophy and History
By Farid al-Din Attar
Copyright 1951
192 Pages
by
Routledge
192 Pages
by
Routledge
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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 philosophy on sect and of both on the practical affairs of history are examined.
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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