Presents alphabetized, cross-referenced entries on Buddhism, covering people, places, schools of thought, texts, practices, and themes, and includes a chronology, map, overview of scriptures, and pronunciation guide.
Argues that the well-being of an individual and the well-being of society cannot be separated, urging people to transform their spiritual practices into a force for social, political, and global change.
Presents an introduction to Buddhism, discussing the origins and historical development of the religion, describing the major beliefs and practices of Buddhism, and including extracts and commentary on sacred Buddhist texts.
This accessible volume covers both the teachings of the Buddha and the integration of Buddhism into daily life. Words such as "karma" and "nirvana" have entered our vocabulary, but what do they really mean? Keown has taught Buddhism at an introductory level for many years, and in this book he provides a lively, challenging response to frequently asked questions.
