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Studying Buddhism in practice : a volume in the studying religions in practice series by Harding, John S. is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.
What is Studying Buddhism in practice : a volume in the studying religions in practice series about?
This book introduces the rich realities of the Buddhist tradition and the academic approaches through which they are studied. Based on personal experiences of Buddhism on the ground, it provides a reflective context within which religious practices can be understood and appreciated. The engaging narratives cover a broad range of Buddhist countries and traditions, drawing on fieldwork to explore topics such as ordination, pilgrimage, funerals, gender roles, and film-making. All the entries provide valuable contextual discussion and are accompanied by photographs and suggestions for further reading.
Who reads Studying Buddhism in practice : a volume in the studying religions in practice series?
It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.
Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.
- Author
- Harding, John S.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis (CAM)
- Published
- 2012
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9781136501869
- Category
- nonfiction
- Subjects
- Religion, Buddhism, History
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