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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Format: | Electronic Article |
Language: | English |
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Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group
2015
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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
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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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