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Studying Buddhism in Practice
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This book introduces the rich realities of the Buddhist tradition and the academic approaches through which they are studied. Based on personal experiences of Buddhism on the ground, it provides a reflective context within which religious practices can be understood and appreciated. The engaging narratives cover a broad range of Buddhist countries and traditions, drawing on fieldwork to explore topics such as ordination, pilgrimage, funerals, gender roles, and film-making. All the entries provide valuable contextual discussion and are accompanied by photographs and suggestions for further reading.
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- ISBN-13: 9780415464864
- ISBN-10: 0415464862
- Publisher: Routledge
- Publish Date: January 2012
- Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.7 pounds
- Page Count: 182
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