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The Story of Buddhism: A Concise Guide to Its History & Teachings,Used
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How and when did the many schools of Buddhism emerge? How does the historical figure of Siddartha Guatama relate to the many teachings that are presented in his name? Did Buddhism modify the cultures to which it was introduced, or did they modify Buddhism?Leading Buddhist scholar Donald S. Lopez Jr. explores the origins of this 2,500yearold religion and traces its major developments up to the present, focusing not only on the essential elemenmts common to all schools of Buddhism but also revealing the differences among the major traditions. Beginning with the creation and structure of the Buddhist universe, Lopez explores the life of the Buddha, the core Buddhist tenets, and the development of the monastic life and lay practices. Combining brilliant scholarship with fascinating stories contemporary and historical, sometimes miraculous, sometimes humorous this rich and absorbing volume presents a fresh and expert history of Buddhism and Buddhist life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Story of Buddhism' about? A: 'The Story of Buddhism' by Donald S. Lopez Jr. is a comprehensive exploration of the history and teachings of Buddhism, tracing its origins, major developments, and the various schools that emerged over 2,500 years.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Donald S. Lopez Jr., a leading scholar in Buddhist studies.
- Q: What are the main topics covered in the book? A: The book covers the creation of the Buddhist universe, the life of the Buddha, core Buddhist tenets, and the evolution of monastic and lay practices.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 288 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Story of Buddhism' published? A: The book was published on August 11, 2009.
- Q: Is this edition a reprint? A: Yes, this is a reprint edition of the book.
- Q: What is the item condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Does the book discuss the influence of Buddhism on cultures? A: Yes, it explores whether Buddhism modified the cultures to which it was introduced or if those cultures modified Buddhism.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of the book? A: Readers can expect a combination of brilliant scholarship and engaging storytelling, including contemporary and historical anecdotes.