Buddhism : a philosophical approach / Cyrus Panjvani.

This book philosophically introduces the basic truths, doctrines, and principles of Buddhism. Its goal is to explain the teachings of the Buddha and of Buddhism clearly and consistently. Though the book treads beyond the Buddha's life, including into the Abhidharma and Mahayana traditions, it remain...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Panjvani, Cyrus (Author)
Language:English
Published: Peterborough, Ontario : Broadview Press, [2014]
Subjects:
Buddhist philosophy.
Physical Description:xv, 307 pages ; 23 cm
Format: Book
Contents:
  • 1. Indian Contexts
  • 2. The Legend and Life of the Buddha
  • 3. Reading the Middle Way
  • 4. The First Noble Truth: Three Understandings of Suffering
  • 5. The Second Noble Truth: An Analysis of Craving
  • 6. The Third Noble Truth: Nirvana, the Cessation of Suffering
  • 7. The Fourth Noble Truth: Walking the Noble Eightfold Path
  • 8. The Doctrine of No Self
  • 9. The Doctrine of Impermanence
  • 10. The Doctrine of Dependent Origination
  • 11. Karma and Rebirth: Continuity, not Identity
  • 12. The Concept of Dharmas in the Abhidharma
  • 13. The Concept of Emptiness in Mahayana Buddhism
  • 14. Compassion and Skillfulness in Mahayana Buddhism
  • 15. The Parable of the Burning House: A Closing Discussion.