| Description |
1 online resource (196 pages) : illustrations, maps. |
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data file |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
| Series |
The basics
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Basics (Taylor & Francis)
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 187-190) and index. |
| Contents |
1. The Buddha and the roots of the Buddhist tradition -- 2. The Dharma -- 3. The textual heritage and oral transmission -- 4. The Sangha -- 5. The major Buddhist traditions. |
| Summary |
Buddhism: The Basics examines the historical development of Buddhism and its presence today, from its key religious texts to practices and beliefs. With helpful features including a detailed map of the Buddhist world, glossary of terms and tips for further study, this is an ideal text for students and interested readers wanting to familiarise themselves with the Buddhist faith. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Buddhism.
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Buddhism. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Cantwell, Cathy. Buddhism. London ; New York : Routledge, 2010 9780415408790 (DLC) 2009002030 (OCoLC)166360325 |
| ISBN |
9780203874257 (electronic book) |
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0203874250 (electronic book) |
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9780415408790 (hardback) |
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0415408792 (hardback) |
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9780415408806 (paperback) |
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0415408806 (paperback) |
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