Tracing the development of Buddhist thought from a primarily philosophical and epistemological point of view, this wide-ranging study covers a period of more than 2,000 years, following Buddhism from its homeland, India, through its expansion into China and Japan. The diverse historical and cultural settings of Buddhism are considered, and the significant changes and shifts in Buddhist thought are placed in context with the remarkable degree of continuity that has been maintained. Included are discussions of early Buddhist schools in India and South-East Asia, the differences between the two main branches of Buddhism, and the development of Zen philosophies in Japan.
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Alfred Scheepers is the author An Orientation in Indian Philosophy.
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a worthy synopsis of buddhist thinking,
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i have been a life-long student of philosophy but still new to buddhist thought. been searching for a comprehensive work that would be both wide-ranging and yet focused on the finer epistemology of buddhism teachings. well, folks--this book fits the bill. caveat to the reader though: some of the contents may be densely philosophical so a little brush-up in that department may help but otherwise, it is good reading and looking forward to the next opus magnum of mr. scheepers:)
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