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- How and when did the many schools of Buddhism emerge?
- How does the historical figure of Siddartha Guatama relate to the many teachings that are presented in his name?
- Did Buddhism modify the cultures to which it was introduced, or did they modify Buddhism?
Leading Buddhist scholar Donald S. Lopez Jr. explores the origins of this 2,500-year-old religion and traces its major developments up to the present, focusing not only on the essential elemenmts common to all schools of Buddhism but also revealing the differences among the major traditions. Beginning with the creation and structure of the Buddhist universe, Lopez explores the life of the Buddha, the core Buddhist tenets, and the development of the monastic life and lay practices. Combining brilliant scholarship with fascinating stories -- contemporary and historical, sometimes miraculous, sometimes humorous -- this rich and absorbing volume presents a fresh and expert history of Buddhism and Buddhist life.
- Print length288 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication date11 August 2009
- ISBN-100060099275
- ISBN-13978-0060099275
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“At long last we have here an introductory volume on Buddhism that goes beyond the usual cliches.” -- Bernard Faure, Professor of Religious Studies, Stanford University
“Heads my list of books to give to someone ready to be introduced to the Four Noble Truths.” -- Phil Catalfo, Yoga Journal
“The clearest book we have on the history, variety, and meaning of what we now call Buddhism.” -- Kenneth Woodward, Newsweek
“The Story of Buddhism is one of those rare books that gives fresh insights on repeated readings.” -- San Francisco Chronicle
“A portrayal of Buddhism that...is readily accessible and appealing...[a] good introduction to Buddhism.” -- Choice
“Aims to make the tradition both accessible and compelling, as well as to demystify its practices, teachings, and schools.” -- Tricycle
“Heads my list of books to give to someone ready to be introduced to the Four Noble Truths.” -- Phil Catalfo, Yoga Journal
“The clearest book we have on the history, variety, and meaning of what we now call Buddhism.” -- Kenneth Woodward, Newsweek
“The Story of Buddhism is one of those rare books that gives fresh insights on repeated readings.” -- San Francisco Chronicle
“A portrayal of Buddhism that...is readily accessible and appealing...[a] good introduction to Buddhism.” -- Choice
“Aims to make the tradition both accessible and compelling, as well as to demystify its practices, teachings, and schools.” -- Tricycle
About the Author
Donald S. Lopez Jr. is the Carl W. Belser Professor of Buddhist and Tibetan Studies at the University of Michigan. He is the author and editor of many books on Buddhism, including Buddhism in Practice and Prisoners of Shangri-La: Tibetan Buddhism and the West, and key religious texts by His Holiness the Dalai Lama: The Joy of Living and Dying in Peace, The Way to Freedom, and Awakening the Mind, Lightening the Heart.
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- Language : English
- Paperback : 288 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0060099275
- ISBN-13 : 978-0060099275
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あるがままの仏教
Reviewed in Japan on 21 February 2017Verified Purchase
この本の仏教の紹介は独自であると思う。作者は、何が本来の仏教かという議論はしない。仏教がどのようにその主張を発展させ、どのように受け入れられてきたかを描くことによって、仏教を描こうとしている。これも一つの見識であると思う。しかし最後にOscar Wildeの世界に連れて行かれたのには参った。(好意的な感想です。)西洋の研究者の仏教の解説に興味のある人に是非一読をお勧めします。
Coby Ward
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This book is great for someone new to the topic of Buddhism
Reviewed in the United States on 2 August 2014Verified Purchase
This book is great for someone new to the topic of Buddhism, and interested in a more detailed history of the origins of the spirituality. It goes into great detail on the Buddha, the dharma, and the sangha. It also compares multiple Buddhist texts from across Asia. A must read for the student of Buddhism, or someone simply interested in learning more about the religion itself.
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Don Erickson
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Excellent Introduction
Reviewed in the United States on 10 January 2011Verified Purchase
After a recent course in Buddhist philosophy, taught by a Buddhist, left me, a non-Buddhist, with many unanswered questions,I searched the literature for a book that would help me put this complex picture together. I found this book to be the best of the ones I reviewed, and I highly recommend it. I have since read several other books by Lopez and have enjoyed them all while learning a lot.
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