A Dictionary of Buddhism (Oxford Paperback Reference)

A Dictionary of Buddhism (Oxford Paperback Reference)

by Damien Keown (Author)

Synopsis

This new dictionary, now available in paperback as part of the best-selling Oxford Paperback Reference series, covers both historical and contemporary issues in Buddhism, and includes all Buddhist schools and cultures. Over 2,000 broad-ranging entries cover beliefs, doctrines, major teachers and scholars, place names, and artefacts, in a clear and concise style. The text is illustrated with line drawings of religious structures, iconographic forms and gestures, and ritual objects. Appendices include a chronology and a guide to canonical scriptures as well as a pronunciation guide for difficult names and terms.

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Format: Illustrated
Pages: 368
Edition: Illustrated
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Published: 26 Aug 2004

ISBN 10: 0192800620
ISBN 13: 9780192800626

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Oxford's dictionary becomes a new standard for dictionaries devoted to Buddhism....Highly Recommended. --Choice


Oxford's dictionary becomes a new standard for dictionaries devoted to Buddhism....Highly Recommended. --Choice


Oxford's dictionary becomes a new standard for dictionaries devoted to Buddhism....Highly Recommended. --Choice
Author Bio

Damien Keown is Senior Lecturer in Indian Religion, Department of Historical and Cultural Studies, Goldsmiths College, University of London. His books include Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction.