The Buddha : a beginner's guide

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The Buddha : a beginner's guide

John S. Strong

(Oneworld beginner's guides)

Oneworld, 2009

  • : pbk

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"First published in the Beginners Guide series, 2009. Reprinted in 2012"--T.p. verso

Includes bibliographical references (p. [232]-247) and index

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Description

From his many births to his deathbed deeds, this authoritative biography unites the Buddha of history with the Buddha of legend in a bid to reveal the lasting spiritual relevance at the heart of the Buddhist tradition. Acclaimed scholar John Strong examines not only the historical texts, but also the supernatural accounts that surround this great religious figure, uncovering the roots of many Buddhist beliefs and practices. Accompanied by helpful charts and tables, and drawing on a vast array of primary sources, the text also features such key topics as: biographical accounts from all the Buddhist schools, an analysis of the Buddha's enlightenment, the life of the Buddha as depicted by Buddhist art and rituals, and the relics of Siddhartha Gautama, and how they continue his story, even after his lifetime.

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  • NCID
    BB1553214X
  • ISBN
    • 9781851686261
  • Country Code
    uk
  • Title Language Code
    eng
  • Text Language Code
    eng
  • Place of Publication
    Oxford
  • Pages/Volumes
    xv, 264 p.
  • Size
    20 cm
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