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Philosophy of the Buddha
Christopher W. Gowans
出版Psychology Press, 2003
主題Philosophy / GeneralPhilosophy / EasternPhilosophy / History & Surveys / GeneralPhilosophy / BuddhistReligion / Buddhism / GeneralReligion / Philosophy
ISBN04152785899780415278584
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=0lVu_5V3khMC&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋Philosophy of the Buddha is a philosophical introduction to the teaching of the Buddha. It carefully guides readers through the basic ideas and practices of the Buddha, including kamma (karma), rebirth, the not-self doctrine, the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, ethics, meditation, non-attachment, and Nibbâna (Nirvana).

The book includes an account of the life of the Buddha as well as comparisons of his teaching with practical and theoretical aspects of some Western philosophical outlooks, both ancient and modern. Most distinctively, Philosophy of the Buddha explores how Buddhist enlightenment could enable us to overcome suffering in our lives and reach our full potential for compassion and tranquillity.

This is one of the first books to introduce the philosophy of the Buddha to students of Western philosophy. Christopher W. Gowans' style is exceptionally clear and appropriate for anyone looking for a comprehensive introduction to this growing area of interest.