Chinese Buddhism - A Thematic History

About the author

Chün-fang Yü is Sheng Yen Professor Emerita of Chinese Buddhism at Columbia University. She is the author of numerous books and articles, including The Renewal of Buddhism in China: Chu-hung and the Late Ming Synthesis, Kuan-yin: The Chinese Transformation of Avalokiteśvara, and Passing the Light: The Incense Light Community and Buddhist Nuns in Contemporary Taiwan.

Summary

What are the foundational scriptures and major schools for Chinese Buddhists? What divinities do they worship? What festivals do they celebrate? These are some of the basic questions addressed in this introduction to Chinese Buddhism written for students and those interested in an accessible yet authoritative overview of the subject.

Product details

• Authors: Chun-Fang Yu, Chün-Fang Yü
• Publisher: University of hawaii press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 30.06.2020
• EAN: 9780824881580
• ISBN: 978-0-8248-8158-0
• No. of pages: 304
• Dimensions: 152 mm x 231 mm x 28 mm
• Weight: 590 g
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Other religions; Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous