Buddhist studies from India to America : essays in honor of Charles S. Prebish
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Buddhist studies from India to America : essays in honor of Charles S. Prebish
（Routledge critical studies in Buddhism）
Routledge, 2006
- : hbk
- : pbk
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Includes bibliographical references and index
Contents of Works
- part one: Vinaya studies and ethics
- part two: Buddhist traditions
- part three: Western Buddhism
- part four: Inter-religious dialogue
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Buddhist Studies from India to America covers four important areas of Buddhist Studies: Vinaya Studies and Ethics, the history of Buddhist schools, Western Buddhism, and Inter-religious dialogue. These are the main areas which Charles S. Prebish has either inaugurated or helped to define; and his academic career as a leading, international scholar, and his significant professional achievements are celebrated within this volume.
The geographical and historical scope of the essays in this collection range from ancient India to modern America, and includes contributions by well-known international scholars. The contributors discuss a variety of academic disciplines including philosophy, psychology, history, feminism, and sociology. It will appeal to scholars whose interests embrace either ancient or modern aspects of the Buddhist tradition.
Table of Contents
1. Vinaya Studies and Ethics 2. Buddhist Traditions 3. Western Buddhism 4. Inter-Religious Dialogue
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