Providing comprehensive coverage of the origins of Buddhism, while also tackling the doctrines and practices of this ancient faith, this comprehensive guide is an insightful and jargon-free picture of the great faith. All the most important topics are rendered accessible to the reader, among them Buddhism as a living tradition; meditation and education; and the goal of Nirvana. Answering all the questions most people would ask about the key issues of Buddhism, Buddhism: A Short Introduction will enable readers to better understand the vast and varied phenomenon that has deeply shaped a great part of humanity past and present.
| Author: Klaus K. Klostermaier |
| Publisher: Oneworld Publications |
| Publication Date: Jan 06, 1999 |
| Number of Pages: 256 pages |
| Binding: Paperback or Softback |
| ISBN-10: 1851681868 |
| ISBN-13: 9781851681860 |