An introduction to Buddhist philosophy /
Laumakis, Stephen J.
An introduction to Buddhist philosophy / Stephen J. Laumakis. - Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2008. - 1 online resource (xv, 283 pages) - Cambridge introductions to philosophy . - Cambridge introductions to philosophy. .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
The life of Siddhattha Gotama -- The contexts for the emergence of Buddhism -- The basic teachings of the Buddha -- One Buddhism or many Buddhisms? -- Kamma, Samsara, and rebirth -- Interdependent arising -- Impermanence, no-enduring-self, and emptiness -- Moksa and Nibbana -- Bodhidharma's and Huineng's Buddhisms -- Pure land Buddhism -- Tibetan Buddhism -- Two forms of contemporary Buddhism.
"In this clearly written undergraduate textbook, Stephen 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. He starts with a sketch of the Buddha and the Dharma, and highlights the origins of Buddhism in India. He then considers specific details of the Dharma with special attention to Buddhist metaphysics and epistemology, and examines the development of Buddhism in China, Japan, and Tibet, concluding with the ideas of the Dalai Lama and Thich Nhat Hanh. In each chapter he includes explanations of key terms and teachings, excerpts from primary source materials, and presentations of the arguments for each position. His book will be an invaluable guide for all who are interested in this rich and vibrant philosophy."--Jacket
English.
9780511380082 (electronic bk. ; Adobe Digital Editions) 0511380089 (electronic bk. ; Adobe Digital Editions) 9780511383311 (electronic bk. ; Mobipocket Reader) 0511383312 (electronic bk. ; Mobipocket Reader) 0511384068 (electronic bk.) 9780511384066 (electronic bk.) 9780511649585 (electronic bk.) 0511649584 (electronic bk.) 9780511800818 (electronic bk.) 0511800819 (electronic bk.) (hbk.) (pbk.) 1107176603 9781107176607 0511568428 9780511568428 0511385897 9780511385896
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Buddhist philosophy.
Buddhism.
Buddhism and philosophy.
Buddhism
Philosophie bouddhique.
Bouddhisme.
Bouddhisme et philosophie.
Buddhism.
PHILOSOPHY--Buddhist.
Buddhism.
Buddhism and philosophy.
Buddhist philosophy.
Buddhistische Philosophie
Electronic books.
Textbooks.
B162 / .L35 2008eb
181.043
An introduction to Buddhist philosophy / Stephen J. Laumakis. - Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2008. - 1 online resource (xv, 283 pages) - Cambridge introductions to philosophy . - Cambridge introductions to philosophy. .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
The life of Siddhattha Gotama -- The contexts for the emergence of Buddhism -- The basic teachings of the Buddha -- One Buddhism or many Buddhisms? -- Kamma, Samsara, and rebirth -- Interdependent arising -- Impermanence, no-enduring-self, and emptiness -- Moksa and Nibbana -- Bodhidharma's and Huineng's Buddhisms -- Pure land Buddhism -- Tibetan Buddhism -- Two forms of contemporary Buddhism.
"In this clearly written undergraduate textbook, Stephen 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. He starts with a sketch of the Buddha and the Dharma, and highlights the origins of Buddhism in India. He then considers specific details of the Dharma with special attention to Buddhist metaphysics and epistemology, and examines the development of Buddhism in China, Japan, and Tibet, concluding with the ideas of the Dalai Lama and Thich Nhat Hanh. In each chapter he includes explanations of key terms and teachings, excerpts from primary source materials, and presentations of the arguments for each position. His book will be an invaluable guide for all who are interested in this rich and vibrant philosophy."--Jacket
English.
9780511380082 (electronic bk. ; Adobe Digital Editions) 0511380089 (electronic bk. ; Adobe Digital Editions) 9780511383311 (electronic bk. ; Mobipocket Reader) 0511383312 (electronic bk. ; Mobipocket Reader) 0511384068 (electronic bk.) 9780511384066 (electronic bk.) 9780511649585 (electronic bk.) 0511649584 (electronic bk.) 9780511800818 (electronic bk.) 0511800819 (electronic bk.) (hbk.) (pbk.) 1107176603 9781107176607 0511568428 9780511568428 0511385897 9780511385896
OverDrive, Inc. http://www.overdrive.com 1B569C4F-0698-430F-AFF4-1AA91F6D8F1D OverDrive, Inc. http://www.overdrive.com
Buddhist philosophy.
Buddhism.
Buddhism and philosophy.
Buddhism
Philosophie bouddhique.
Bouddhisme.
Bouddhisme et philosophie.
Buddhism.
PHILOSOPHY--Buddhist.
Buddhism.
Buddhism and philosophy.
Buddhist philosophy.
Buddhistische Philosophie
Electronic books.
Textbooks.
B162 / .L35 2008eb
181.043