This Very Short Introduction offers readers a superb overview of the teachings of the Buddha; as well as a succinct guide to the integration of Buddhism into daily life. What are the distinctive features of Buddhism? Who was the Buddha; and what are his teachings? Words such as "karma" and "nirvana" have entered our vocabulary; but what do they mean? Damien Keown provides a lively; informative response to these frequently asked questions about Buddhism. As he sheds light into how Buddhist thought developed over the centuries; Keown also highlights how contemporary dilemmas can be faced from a Buddhist perspective. In the second edition Keown provides new perspectives on Buddhist thought; including up-to-date material about the evolution of Buddhism throughout Asia; the material culture of Buddhism and its importance; new teachings on the ethics of war and peace; and changes to ethnicity; class; and gender. About the Series:Oxford's Very Short Introductions series offers concise and original introductions to a wide range of subjects--from Islam to Sociology; Politics to Classics; Literary Theory to History; and Archaeology to the Bible. Not simply a textbook of definitions; each volume in this series provides trenchant and provocative--yet always balanced and complete--discussions of the central issues in a given discipline or field. Every Very Short Introduction gives a readable evolution of the subject in question; demonstrating how the subject has developed and how it has influenced society. Eventually; the series will encompass every major academic discipline; offering all students an accessible and abundant reference library. Whatever the area of study that one deems important or appealing; whatever the topic that fascinates the general reader; the Very Short Introductions series has a handy and affordable guide that will likely prove indispensable.
#40774 in Books Bettenson Henry EDT 2011-11-15 2011-11-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 5.40 x 1.10 x 8.40l; 1.50 #File Name: 0199568987528 pagesDocuments of the Christian Church
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A lively and engaging resource for the student of church history.By J. HatfieldExcellent resource for church history course that makes accessible portions of essential church documents discussed in a church history course. I highly recommend this work for providing the student the opportunity to engage with the primary documents on the bare essentials level.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Solid ResourceBy Robert WiddowsonSolid resource. Very affordable second-hand copy. In mint condition.Documents of the Christian Church furnishes the reader with key documents from the history of the church. Essential reading for thinking Christians.So much heresy and just-plain-nonsense would be cleared away if Christians knew what their wise; wonderful; and supremely intelligent ancestors wrote on various issues.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Interesting book based on original documentsBy Terence MillsI love to read original documents. I like to hear authors from centuries ago. In this book; you can read extracts from documents of the Christian world from classical times to not-so-long-ago. You can read descriptions of Christians being persecuted; ancient debates that still rage; some issues are deep and still unresolved; others are more like "How many angels can fit on the head of a pin?"; Christians were called "atheists" in Roman times. This is a book for dipping. There is no need to read it from cover to cover. But - what would Jesus make of these documents? I'd love to ask Him. Dominus vobiscum.
