ISBN10: 0192892231, ISBN13: 9780192892232, [publisher: Oxford Univ Pr] Softcover 1st edition. 352 pages. 7.75x5.25x0.75 inches. In Stock.
[Exeter, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1998]

ISBN10: 0192892231, ISBN13: 9780192892232, [publisher: Oxford University Press, Oxford] Softcover Paperback. Buddhism is a vast and complex religious and philosophical tradition with a history that stretches over 2,500 years, and which is now followed by around 115 million people. In this introduction to the foundations of Buddhism, Rupert Gethin concentrates on the ideas and practices which constitute the common heritage of the different traditions of Buddhism (Thervada, Tibetan, and Eastern) which exist in the world today. From the narrative of the story of the Buddha,through discussions of aspects such as textual traditions, the framework of the Four Noble Truths, the interaction between the monastic and lay ways of life, the cosmology of karma and rebirth, and thepath of the bodhisattva, this books provides a stimulating introduction to Buddhism as a religion and way of life, which will also be of interest to those who are more familiar with the subject. Buddhism is a vast and complex religious and philosophical tradition which is now followed by around 115 million people. In this introduction, Rupert Gethin concentrates on the ideas and practices which constitute the common heritage of the different traditions of Buddhism existing in the world today. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.
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ISBN10: 0192892231, ISBN13: 9780192892232, [publisher: Oxford University Press] Softcover Concentrates on the ideas and practices which constitute the common heritage of the different traditions of Buddhism. From the narrative of the story of the Buddha, through discussions of aspects such as textual traditions, the framework of the Four Noble Truths, this work provides an introduction to Buddhism. Series: OPUS. Num Pages: 352 pages, 3 maps. BIC Classification: HRE. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 22. Weight in Grams: 260. . 1998. 1st Edition. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.
[Olney, MD, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1998]

ISBN10: 0192892231, ISBN13: 9780192892232, [publisher: Oxford University Press] Softcover First Edition Concentrates on the ideas and practices which constitute the common heritage of the different traditions of Buddhism. From the narrative of the story of the Buddha, through discussions of aspects such as textual traditions, the framework of the Four Noble Truths, this work provides an introduction to Buddhism. Series: OPUS. Num Pages: 352 pages, 3 maps. BIC Classification: HRE. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 196 x 129 x 22. Weight in Grams: 260. . 1998. 1st Edition. Paperback. . . . .
[Galway, GY, Ireland] [Publication Year: 1998]

ISBN10: 0192892231, ISBN13: 9780192892232, [publisher: Oxford University Press, Oxford] Softcover Paperback. Buddhism is a vast and complex religious and philosophical tradition with a history that stretches over 2,500 years, and which is now followed by around 115 million people. In this introduction to the foundations of Buddhism, Rupert Gethin concentrates on the ideas and practices which constitute the common heritage of the different traditions of Buddhism (Thervada, Tibetan, and Eastern) which exist in the world today. From the narrative of the story of the Buddha,through discussions of aspects such as textual traditions, the framework of the Four Noble Truths, the interaction between the monastic and lay ways of life, the cosmology of karma and rebirth, and thepath of the bodhisattva, this books provides a stimulating introduction to Buddhism as a religion and way of life, which will also be of interest to those who are more familiar with the subject. Buddhism is a vast and complex religious and philosophical tradition which is now followed by around 115 million people. In this introduction, Rupert Gethin concentrates on the ideas and practices which constitute the common heritage of the different traditions of Buddhism existing in the world today. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
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ISBN10: 0192892231, ISBN13: 9780192892232, [publisher: Oxford University Press Jul 1998] Softcover Neuware - Buddhism is a vast and complex religious and philosophical tradition with a history that stretches over 2,500 years, and which is now followed by around 115 million people. In this introduction to the foundations of Buddhism, Rupert Gethin concentrates on the ideas and practices which constitute the common heritage of the different traditions of Buddhism (Thervada, Tibetan, and Eastern) which exist in the world today. From the narrative of the story of the Buddhathrough discussions of aspects such as textual traditions, the framework of the Four Noble Truths, the interaction between the monastic and lay ways of life, the cosmology of karma and rebirth, and the path of the bodhisattva, this books provides a stimulating introduction to Buddhism as a religion andway of life, which will also be of interest to those who are more familiar with the subject.
[Einbeck, Germany] [Publication Year: 1998]
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[Southport, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1998]

Paperback / softback. New. Concentrates on the ideas and practices which constitute the common heritage of the different traditions of Buddhism. From the narrative of the story of the Buddha, through discussions of aspects such as textual traditions, the framework of the Four Noble Truths, this work provides an introduction to Buddhism. ISBN 0192892231 9780192892232 [GB]

ISBN10: 0192892231, ISBN13: 9780192892232, [publisher: OUP OXFORD 1998-07-16, Oxford] Softcover Language: ENG
[London, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1998]

ISBN10: 0192892231, ISBN13: 9780192892232, [publisher: Oxford University Press, USA] Softcover
[Houston, TX, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1998]

Oxford University Press, Incorporated, Date: 1998. Paperback. Acceptable. Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed. 1998. Oxford University Press, Incorporated ISBN 0192892231 9780192892232 [US]