Theravada Buddhism Continuity, Diversity, and Identity

Theravada Buddhism: Continuity, Diversity, and Identity By Kate Crosby
2013 | 312 Pages | ISBN: 140518907X | PDF | 3 MB
Theravada Buddhism provides a comprehensive introductory overview of the history, teachings, and current practice of an often misunderstood form of one of the world’s oldest religious traditions. * Explores Theravada Buddhism’s origins, evolution, teachings, and practices * Considers the practice of Theravada beyond Sri Lanka and Thailand, by exploring a wealth of material from countries including Bangladesh, Cambodia, and Vietnam * Reveals its rich and varied traditions, and corrects common misunderstandings about links to other practices, such as early Buddhism or Hinayana Buddhism * Incorporates student-friendly features including a glossary and other study aids