Gard, Richard A. (Richard Abbott) 1914-2007 text bibliography nyu New York G. Braziller 1961 monographic eng

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256 pages ; 21 cm This book presents the beliefs and practices of Buddhism as expressed in the major writings of the Buddhist tradition. The central insight of Buddhism, its historical development and major variations, are presented at the outset of this volume. From this the reader is led through the vast literature in selections which emphasize the dominant themes of the ideal way of Buddhist life. Introduction -- The Buddha: teacher and ideal -- The Dhamma/Dharma: Buddhist principles -- The Dhamma/Dharma: Buddhist practices -- The Sa�ngha: Buddhist monasticism -- The Sa�ngha: Buddhist society and laity. edited by Richard A. Gard. Includes bibliographical references and index. Buddha (The concept) Buddhism Buddha (The concept) Buddhism BL1405 .G3 BQ118 .G3 294.3 61015499 DLC 701217 20191119154311.0 ocm00329946 eng