The basic mode of the lay-Saṃgha relationship in Indian Buddhism, its representations in and repercussions for Chinese Buddhism

The mode of the Saṃgha- laity relationship is theoretically based on different ideas of Mahāyāna and Theravāda, each with varying emphasis given to the ‘perpetuation of the Dharma and liberation of sentient beings,’ and each representing different interpretations of the precepts. The dynamics of thi...

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Main Author: Sheng, Kai (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group 2015
In: Studies in Chinese Religions
Year: 2015, Volume: 1, Issue: 2, Pages: 149-171
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B India / China / Samgha / Layman / Early Buddhism / Mahayana / History
RelBib Classification:AG Religious life; material religion
BL Buddhism
KBM Asia
KCA Monasticism; religious orders
TA History
Further subjects:B equality of Saṃgha and laity
B respect for Saṃgha
B deprecation of the Saṃgha
B superior Saṃgha and inferior laity
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