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Buddhist Materiality: A Cultural History of Objects in Japanese Buddhism

Buddhist Materiality: A Cultural History of Objects in Japanese Buddhism

Rambelli, Fabio

Hardcover

Series: Asian Religions and Cultures

Religion General Buddhism

ISBN10: 0804756821
ISBN13: 9780804756822
Publisher: Stanford University Press
Published: Nov 15 2007
Pages: 408
Weight: 1.59
Height: 1.15 Width: 6.49 Depth: 9.42
Language: English

Throughout its history, Buddhism has developed a sophisticated philosophy of materiality, addressing the status of material objects and their role in the quest for salvation. This is an innovative book that addresses the ways in which Buddhism has conceived of, and dealt with, material objects ranging from the environment to everyday tools, ritual implements, icons, and sacred texts. Contrary to received assumptions, careful reading of original sources and study of ritual practices show that in Buddhism the realm of materiality is not simply an obstacle for spiritual pursuits but also a space for interplay in which human beings can give shape and expression to their deepest religious and spiritual ideas.

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