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Buddhist China (1913)

Buddhist China (1913)

Johnston, Reginald Fleming

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesBuddhismChinese History

ISBN10: 1164441558
ISBN13: 9781164441557
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 504
Weight: 2.00
Height: 1.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Buddhist China, written by Reginald Fleming Johnston and first published in 1913, is a comprehensive study of Buddhism in China. The book explores the historical development of Buddhism in China, its various schools and sects, the role of Buddhism in Chinese society, and its influence on Chinese culture and philosophy. Johnston examines the origins of Buddhism in India, its spread to China, and the adaptation of Buddhist teachings to Chinese culture. He discusses the major Buddhist schools in China, including the Mahayana and Theravada traditions, and their distinctive beliefs and practices. The author also analyzes the impact of Buddhism on Chinese art, literature, and philosophy, and how it contributed to the development of Chinese civilization.Throughout the book, Johnston provides detailed accounts of Buddhist practices, such as meditation and the cultivation of compassion and wisdom, as well as the role of Buddhist monasteries and the lives of Buddhist monks and nuns. He also explores the challenges faced by Buddhism in China, including persecution and suppression during various periods of Chinese history.Buddhist China is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of Buddhism in China, as well as its influence on Chinese culture and society. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers.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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