Beginning with the introduction of the religion into China, this chronicle depicts the evolution of Buddhism. The career and achievements of the great Kumarajiva are investigated, exploring the famed philosophical treatises that form the core of East Asian Buddhist literature. Providing a useful and accessible introduction to the influential Tien-t'ai school of Buddhism in Japan as well as the teachings of the 13th-century monk Nichiren, this examination places special emphasis on the faith of the Lotus Sutra and the major ...
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Beginning with the introduction of the religion into China, this chronicle depicts the evolution of Buddhism. The career and achievements of the great Kumarajiva are investigated, exploring the famed philosophical treatises that form the core of East Asian Buddhist literature. Providing a useful and accessible introduction to the influential Tien-t'ai school of Buddhism in Japan as well as the teachings of the 13th-century monk Nichiren, this examination places special emphasis on the faith of the Lotus Sutra and the major works of masters such as Hui-su, Chih-i, and Chanjan. From the early translations of the Buddhist scriptures to the persecution of the T'ang dynasty, this exploration illuminates the role of Buddhism in Chinese society, and by extension, in humanity in general.
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Add this copy of The Flower of Chinese Buddhism to cart. $2.49, good condition, Sold by Reuseabook rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester, GLOS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1997 by Weatherhill Inc.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover.
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215pp. Soft covers. Fine Traces the introduction of Buddhism into China, its confrontation with Chinese thought and society and its eventual domestication and development in the Middle Kingdom. Including appendices on Buddhist texts, terminology and figures in Buddhist history, the text should be useful to students of religion, philosophy and history.
Add this copy of The Flower of Chinese Buddhism to cart. $4.45, Sold by Magis Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Markfield, LEICESTERSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1997 by Weatherhill Inc, 1997.
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215pp. Soft covers. New Traces the introduction of Buddhism into China, its confrontation with Chinese thought and society and its eventual domestication and development in the Middle Kingdom. Including appendices on Buddhist texts, terminology and figures in Buddhist history, the text should be useful to students of religion, philosophy and history.
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Very good. Open Books is a nonprofit social venture that provides literacy experiences for thousands of readers each year through inspiring programs and creative capitalization of books.
Add this copy of The Flower of Chinese Buddhism to cart. $11.00, good condition, Sold by Midtown Scholar Bookstore rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Harrisburg, PA, UNITED STATES, published 1986 by Weatherhill.
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Very Good. Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.
Add this copy of The Flower of Chinese Buddhism (Soka Gakkai History of to cart. $11.74, like new condition, Sold by Fireside Bookshop rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Stroud, GLOUCESTERSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2009 by Middleway Press.
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Fine in No d/j as Published jacket. Size: 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall; Type: Book Beginning with the introduction of the religion into China, this chronicle depicts the evolution of Buddhism. The career and achievements of the great Kumarajiva are investigated, exploring the famed philosophical treatises that form the core of East Asian Buddhist literature. Providing a useful and accessible introduction to the influential Tien-t'ai school of Buddhism in Japan as well as the teachings of the 13th-century monk Nichiren, this examination places special emphasis on the faith of the Lotus Sutra and the major works of masters such as Hui-su, Chih-i, and Chanjan. From the early translations of the Buddhist scriptures to the persecution of the T'ang dynasty, this exploration illuminates the role of Buddhism in Chinese society, and by extension, in humanity in general. 194pp. Slight biro mark to front cover. Base of spine rubbed.
Add this copy of Flower of Chinese Buddhism to cart. $12.18, very good condition, Sold by Book Bear rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from West Brookfield, MA, UNITED STATES, published 1986 by Weatherhill.
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Very Good. Soka Gakkai History Of Buddhism; The book is in great overall condition, showing only minor cosmetic wear.; -We offer free returns for any reason and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your order will be packaged with care and ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence.
