A dictionary of Buddhism

This broad-ranging and authoritative illustrated dictionary provides over 2,000 clear and concise definitions of every aspect of Buddhism; including coverage of not only historical but also contemporary issues such as human rights, and the role of women. From religious ceremonies to iconography, thi...

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Main Author: Keown, Damien 1951- (Author)
Contributors: Hodge, Stephen (Contributor) ; Jones, Charles Brewer 1957- (Contributor) ; Tinti, Paola (Contributor)
Format: Electronic Database
Language:English
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WorldCat: WorldCat
Published: Oxford Oxford University Press 2003
In:Year: 2003
Series/Journal:Oxford reference online premium
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Buddhism
Further subjects:B Dictionary
B Buddhism ; Dictionaries
B Buddhism Dictionaries
B Database
Online Access: Volltext (Publisher)
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Parallel Edition:Non-electronic
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Summary:This broad-ranging and authoritative illustrated dictionary provides over 2,000 clear and concise definitions of every aspect of Buddhism; including coverage of not only historical but also contemporary issues such as human rights, and the role of women. From religious ceremonies to iconography, this dictionary will provide an invaluable reference source for anyone seeking information on Buddhism. - ;This new dictionary, written by Dr Damien Keown, covers both historical and contemporary issues in Buddhism, and includes all Buddhist schools and cultures. Over 2,000 broad-ranging entries cover
Item Description:Description based upon print version of record
Physical Description:Online-Ressource
ISBN:0-19-860560-9
978-0-19-172653-8