by Charles S . Prebish (Editor), StevenHeine (Editor)
Many developments in Buddhist history, such as lay movements and the assimilation of warrior practices, reflect the impact of widespread social changes on traditional religious structures, yet Buddhism has been able to maintain its doctrinal purity to a remarkable degree. This book explores how.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 304
Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc
Published: 01 Jul 2003
ISBN 10: 0195146980
ISBN 13: 9780195146981