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Buddhism of Tibet Or Lamaism

Buddhism of Tibet Or Lamaism

Waddell, L. Austine

Hardcover

OccultFiction AnthologiesBuddhism

ISBN10: 1161367756
ISBN13: 9781161367751
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 662
Weight: 3.98
Height: 1.44 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Buddhism of Tibet or Lamaism is a book written by L. Austine Waddell, which provides a comprehensive account of the religious practices and beliefs of the Tibetan people. The book delves into the history of Tibetan Buddhism, tracing its origins back to the ancient Indian teachings of the Buddha. It explores the various schools of Tibetan Buddhism, including the Gelug, Kagyu, and Nyingma traditions, and their respective practices and rituals.The author also provides an in-depth analysis of the role of the lamas, or spiritual leaders, in Tibetan society. He describes their training, initiation, and the various stages of their spiritual development. The book also discusses the role of the Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of the Gelug tradition, and the Panchen Lama, the second-highest ranking lama in Tibetan Buddhism.In addition to the religious aspects, the book also covers the political and social aspects of Tibetan society. It examines the relationship between the lamas and the ruling class, as well as the role of the monasteries in Tibetan society.Overall, Buddhism of Tibet or Lamaism is a comprehensive guide to the rich and complex spiritual and cultural traditions of the Tibetan people, written by an expert in the field.1934. A highly illustrated volume on Buddhism and Lamaism. Contains notes on pronunciation and a list of commonly used abbreviations. Contents: historical; doctrinal; monastic; buildings; mythology and the gods; ritual and sorcery; festivals and plays; popular Lamaism. Absolutely phenomenal illustrations throughout the book.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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