BUDDHIST THOUGHT A Complete Introduction to the Indian Tradition

Williams, Paul with Anthony Tribe

ISBN 10: 0415207010 / ISBN 13: 9780415207010

Published by Routledge, 2000

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Index. 400gms weight; 12mo 7" - 7½" tall; 324 pages.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: BUDDHIST THOUGHT A Complete Introduction to the Indian Tradition
• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0415207010
• ISBN 13: 9780415207010
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Buddhism
  • Philosophy
  • Religions

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Synopsis

Buddhist Thought guides the reader towards a richer understanding of the central concepts of classical Indian Buddhist thought, from the time of Buddha, to the latest scholarly perspectives and controversies. Abstract and complex ideas are made understandable by the authors' lucid style. Of particular interest is the up-to-date survey of Buddhist Tantra in India, a branch of Buddhism where strictly controlled sexual activity can play a part in the religious path. Williams' discussion of this controversial practice as well as of many other subjects makes Buddhist Thought crucial reading for all interested in Buddhism.

About the Author

Paul Williams is Professor of Indian and Tibetan Philosophy and Co-Director of the Centre for Buddhist Studies at the University of Bristol. His numerous publications include Mahayana Buddhism (Routledge, 1989).