Buddhism, the first millennium / Daisaku Ikeda ; translated by Burton Watson.
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- Watakushi no Bukkyō-kan. English
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Beginning with the events immediately following the dark days after the death of Shakyamuni and continuing over a period of 1,000 years, this dynamic tome covers a vast and complex series of events and developments in the history of Buddhism. Through a thorough examination of its early development in India, a new light is cast on little-known aspects of Buddhist history and its relevance to the understanding of Buddhism today. Topics include the formation of the Buddhist canon, the cultural exchange between the East and West, and the spirit of the Lotus Sutra .
Sequel to: The living Buddha. 2008.
Translation of: Watakushi no Bukkyō-kan.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
The formation of the Buddhist canon -- The Theravada and the Mahasamghika -- King Ashoka -- Questions of King Milinda -- Cultural exchange between East and West -- The rise of Mahayana Buddhism -- Vimalakirti and the ideal of the lay believer -- The formation of the Lotus Sutra -- The spirit of the Lotus Sutra -- Nagarjuna and Vasubandhu.