The Concept of the Buddha
| Author | : Guang Xing |
| Publisher | : Psychology Press |
| Total Pages | : 270 |
| Release | : 2005 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780415333443 |
| ISBN-13 | : 041533344X |
| Rating | : 4/5 (44X Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Concept of the Buddha by : Guang Xing
Download or read book The Concept of the Buddha written by Guang Xing and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2005 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Guang Xing gives an analysis of one of the fundamental Mahayana Buddhist teachings, namely the three bodies of the Buddha (the trikaya Theory), which is considered the foundation of Mahayana philosophy. He examines how and why the philosophical concept of three bodies was formed, particularly the Sambhogakaya, which is the Buddha to be worshipped by all Mayahanists. Written in an accessible way, this work is an outstanding research text for students and scholars of Mayahana Buddhism and anyone interested in Buddhist philosophy.
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