An Introduction to Buddhist Philosophy
2nd Edition
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- Author: Stephen J. Laumakis, University of St Thomas, Minnesota
- Date Published: December 2023
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- format: Hardback
- isbn: 9781009337083
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In this clearly written and accessible book, Stephen J. 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. Starting with a sketch of the Buddha and the Dharma and highlighting the origins of Buddhism in India, he then considers specific details of the Dharma with special attention to Buddhist ontology and epistemology. He examines the development of Buddhism in China, Japan, and Tibet, and concludes with the ideas of the Dalai Lama and Thich Nhat Hanh. Each chapter includes explanations of key terms and teachings, excerpts from primary source materials, and presentations of relevant arguments. This second edition is revised and updated throughout and includes two new chapters, on Buddhist ethics and Buddhist meditation. It will be an invaluable guide for all who are interested in this rich and vibrant philosophy.
Read more- Provides students with definitions of Buddhism's key ideas plus pointers for things to think about
- Two new chapters in the Second Edition focus on Buddhist Ethics and Buddhist meditative practices and their relation to Buddhism as a way of life
- Covers a broad span of Buddhist philosophy, with attention to ontology/metaphysics and epistemology, expanding students' understanding of the scope of Buddhist thought
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- Edition: 2nd Edition
- Date Published: December 2023
- format: Hardback
- isbn: 9781009337083
- length: 310 pages
- dimensions: 251 x 175 x 21 mm
- weight: 0.72kg
- availability: In stock
Table of Contents
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 Dhamma/Dharma:
9. Bodhidharma's and Huineng's Buddhisms
10. Pure Land Buddhism
11. Tibetan Buddhism
12. Two forms of contemporary Buddhism
Part IV. Applications and Assessment of the Dhamma/Dharma:
13. Applied Buddhist Ethics or Engaged Buddhism
14. Buddhist Epistemology and Buddhist Meditation.
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