An Introduction to Buddhist Philosophy
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- Author: Stephen J. Laumakis, University of St Thomas, Minnesota
- Date Published: February 2008
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- format: Hardback
- isbn: 9780521854139
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In this clearly written undergraduate textbook, Stephen Laumakis explains the origin and development of Buddhist ideas and concepts, focusing on the philosophical ideas and arguments presented and defended by selected thinkers and sutras from various traditions. He starts with a sketch of the Buddha and the Dharma, and highlights the origins of Buddhism in India. He then considers specific details of the Dharma with special attention to Buddhist metaphysics and epistemology, and examines the development of Buddhism in China, Japan, and Tibet, concluding with the ideas of the Dalai Lama and Thich Nhat Hanh. In each chapter he includes explanations of key terms and teachings, excerpts from primary source materials, and presentations of the arguments for each position. His book will be an invaluable guide for all who are interested in this rich and vibrant philosophy.
Read more- Each chapter has a summary of key terms and teachings
- There are 'things to think about' at the end of each chapter to engage the reader in philosophical thought
- A glossary of terms explains unfamiliar concepts to the reader
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- Date Published: February 2008
- format: Hardback
- isbn: 9780521854139
- length: 300 pages
- dimensions: 252 x 179 x 23 mm
- weight: 0.75kg
- availability: Available
Table of Contents
Preface
Part I. A Sketch of the Buddha and the Dhamma:
1. The life of Siddhattha Gotama
2. The contexts for the emergence of Buddhism
3. The basic teachings of the Buddha
4. One Buddhism or many Buddhisms?
Part II. Details of the Dhamma:
5. Kamma, Samsara, and rebirth
6. Interdependent arising
7. Impermanence, no-enduring-self and emptiness
8. Moksa and Nibbana
Part III. Development of the Damma/Dharma:
9. Bodhidharma's and Huineng's Buddhisms
10. Pure land Buddhism
11. Tibetan Buddhism
12. Two forms of contemporary Buddhism.
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