A dictionary of Buddhism / Damien Keown ; contributors, Stephen Hodge, Charles Jones, Paola Tinti.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Keown, Damien, 1951-

Contributor:

Hodge, Stephen, 1947-

Jones, Charles Brewer, 1957-

Tinti, Paola.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Buddhism--Dictionaries.

Buddhism.

Genre:

Dictionaries.

Physical Description:

viii, 357 pages : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm

Place of Publication:

Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2003.

Summary:

With over 2,000 entries, this illustrated dictionary is the most up-to-date and comprehensive of its kind. It features broad-ranging entries on the history and doctrines of the major Buddhist schools, information on the spread of Buddhism in Asia and the West, and coverage of issues of contemporary concern such as human rights, abortion, euthanasia, 'engaged Buddhism', and the role of women in Buddhist teachings. Written by a leading expert in the field and incorporating research by regional specialists, the dictionary should prove invaluable for anyone seeking clear and concise information on Buddhism, from students of religion and related disciplines to practising Buddhists.

Contents:

Appendix I Map of India and the region where the Buddha taught and lived 347

Appendix II Map showing Theravada Buddhism in Asia 348

Appendix III Map showing Mahayana Buddhism in Asia 349

Appendix IV Pronunciation Guide 350

Appendix V Guide to Buddhist Scriptures 352.

Other Format:

Keown, Damien. Dictionary of Buddhism.

ISBN:

0198605609

OCLC:

59361180