Teach Yourself Buddhism New Edition (TY Religion)

by Clive Erricker (Author)

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  Paperback
  2003

  $3.26

  Buddhism has many varied forms, which are now present in the West and which are growing in their variety as Buddhism adapts to its growing global presence and new cultural environments. Today Buddhism is a tradition influenced by its passage throughout Asia and now by its entry into Europe, Australasia and North America. With Teach Yourself Buddhism , examine that historical journey for yourself, focusing on the value of Buddhism in the contemporary world and the persistent relevance of its teachings. You can discover the Buddha and his teachings, the diversity of Buddhism, Buddhist values and practices and the relevance of Buddhism in the modern world, in this book.

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  Paperback
  2008

  $3.26

  Covering all aspects of this fascinating religion from the life of the Buddha and his teaching to the different Buddhist schools and the practicalities of pursuing a Buddhist way of life, Teach Yourself Buddhism is a comprehensive and informative guide. It explores the diversity of Buddhism and how it has adapted to its growing global presence and new cultural environments as well as the relevance of Buddhist teachings in our world today. This new edition has been fully updated to include in-depth discussion of the place and role of Buddhism today, both in the East and West, and also considers what is undoubtedly the greatest challenge facing the faith - how Buddhism is to be transmitted to a new generation.