Title
Buddhist Monastic Life: According To The Texts Of The Theravada Tradition
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
This Book Provides A Vivid And Detailed Picture Of The Daily Life And Religious Practices Of Buddhist Monks And Nuns In The Classic Period Of Theravada Buddhism. The Author Describes The Way In Which The Buddha'S Disciples Institutionalized And Ritualized His Teachings About Food, Dress, Money, Chastity, Solitude, And Discipleship. This Tradition Represents An Ideal Of Religious Life That Has Been Followed In India And South Asia For More Than Two Thousand Years. The Introduction By Steven Collins Describes Theravada Buddhist Literature, Discusses The Issue Of The Historical Reliability Of The Texts, And Offers Extensive Suggestions For Further Reading. The Book Will Be Of Interest To Scholars And Students In Asian Studies, Religious Studies, Anthropology, And History.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Related Products
You may also like
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Buddhist Monastic Life'? A: The book provides an in-depth exploration of the daily life and religious practices of Buddhist monks and nuns in the Theravada tradition, highlighting the institutionalization and ritualization of the Buddha's teachings.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Buddhist Monastic Life' is Mohan Wijayaratna.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 216 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: This edition of the book is paperback.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on November 30, 1990.
- Q: Is there an introduction or additional reading suggestions in the book? A: Yes, the book includes an introduction by Steven Collins that discusses Theravada Buddhist literature and offers extensive suggestions for further reading.
- Q: What topics does the book cover regarding Buddhist practices? A: The book covers various topics such as food, dress, money, chastity, solitude, and the concept of discipleship in the context of Buddhist monastic life.
- Q: Who would benefit from reading this book? A: Scholars and students in Asian studies, religious studies, anthropology, and history would find this book particularly useful.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its first edition.