Buddhism in the modern world: adaptations of an ancient tradition
The history of Buddhism has been characterized by an ongoing tension between attempts to preserve traditional ideals and modes of practice and the need to adapt to changing cultural conditions. Many developments in Buddhist history, such as the infusion of esoteric rituals, the rise of devotionalism...
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Format: | Electronic Book |
Language: | English |
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New York
Oxford University Press
2003
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In: | Year: 2003 |
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains: | B
Buddhism
/ History 1900-2000
B Asia / Buddhism / The Modern / Adaptation / Tradition / Cultural change / History |
Further subjects: | B
Collection of essays
B Electronic books History B Buddhism History 20th century B Buddhism B Buddhism History 20th century B RELIGION ; Buddhism ; History B Electronic books B History |
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