Matthew T. Kapstein

Tibetan Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)

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ISBN 13:: 9780199735129
author:: Matthew T. Kapstein
format:: Paperback
publisher:: OUP USA
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2013
Pages:: 152
Dimensions:: 16.8 x 1.3 x 11.2 cm
Genre:: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism, Tibetan
Condition:: New
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Tibetan Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction by Matthew Kapstein offers an accessible overview of this ancient and complex tradition. With its capacity for creative adaptation, Tibetan Buddhism has spread across vast distances, influencing societies from the Volga River to Beijing. The Dalai Lama, one of the world's most admired religious leaders, is at the heart of this tradition, yet his succession remains a topic of political contention. This concise introduction provides a readable evolution of Tibetan Buddhist history, teachings, and practice, demonstrating how the subject has developed and influenced society. Suitable for students, general readers, journalists, and anyone curious to learn about this fascinating subject, Kapstein's book offers a balanced and complete discussion of the central issues in Tibetan Buddhism. A key part of Oxford University Press's Very Short Introductions series, this volume provides a thought-provoking exploration of the subject.

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