AnIllustrated Outline of Buddhism is an ideal introduction to the vast and complex field of Buddhism; a world religion with more than a billion followers. In its short format and accessible style; it presents the essential features of the Buddhist religion with a clear yet concise style that is suitable for both the general reader and student of Buddhism. This fully color edition contains 40 color illustrations; including a stunning array of outstanding examples of Buddhist art; architecture; statuary; and calligraphy. Numerous maps; diagrams; and charts are included to illustrate important aspects of Buddhist beliefs and to summarize the different cultural forms and developmental phases of Buddhism. A select bibliography for further reading and a detailed index will also aid the reader.
#957212 in Books 2011-11-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.25 x .75 x 6.25l; 1.00 #File Name: 1934482102198 pages
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. I thoroughly enjoyed this book- I had been dying to read itBy luckyluckymeI thoroughly enjoyed this book- I had been dying to read it. I would like to thank Nancy personally for all of the hard work and dedication she has put into sharing her experience for the good of all. I felt so much better about life in general after reading this book. It helped me release the fear and judgment I had been faced with all my life. I know it will cause a lot of kicking and screaming from the Christian community; but it explains why Buddhism has always appealed to me over all other religions; and Christianity always made me so uncomfortable. Thank you Nancy for releasing this book.12 of 13 people found the following review helpful. Very insightful! Powerful!By BuyerI love the fact that Nanci Danison came back from the dead to tell us what she learned on the other side. She is amazing because she understands God's perspective. Very few people understand God's perspective. I loved this book because she took us through the history of religions on this planet. She confirmed what I have suspected all along. That worshiping humans as God's is ridiculous. I also like that she points out how humans are mostly animal in nature and how the soul controls very little of our human life. The reason humans are on the verge of completely destroying all life on this planet is because of human's nature to compete; judge one another and be jealous of one another. In the third epoch we have a lot to look forward to on this planet. The humans who remain will be less violent and competitive than ever before in history. I am looking forward to the transition to our new evolutionary process on this planet. Greed and destructive behavior will not be tolerated in the near future. This book is definitely worth reading. I highly recommend it.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Cuts through to the truth of life.By TrishGreat information to make you think. Helps sort through the confusion of the way so many want you to think life was/is. She really spoke to my heart and to my beliefs.
