{"product_id":"secularizing-buddhism-new-perspectives-on-a-dynamic-tradition-paperback","title":"Secularizing Buddhism: New Perspectives on a Dynamic Tradition - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eRichard Payne\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eSarah Shaw\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eKate Crosby\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA timely essay collection on the development and influence of secular expressions of Buddhism in the West and beyond. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHow do secular values impact Buddhism in the modern world? What versions of Buddhism are being transmitted to the West? Is it possible to know whether an interpretation of the Buddha's words is correct? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn this new essay collection, opposing ideas that often define Buddhist communities--secular versus religious, modern versus traditional, Western versus Eastern--are unpacked and critically examined. These reflections by contemporary scholars and practitioners reveal the dynamic process of reinterpreting and reimagining Buddhism in secular contexts, from the mindfulness movement to Buddhist shrine displays in museums, to whether rebirth is an essential belief. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis collection explores a wide range of modern understandings of Buddhism--whether it is considered a religion, philosophy, or lifestyle choice--and questions if secular Buddhism is purely a Western invention, offering a timely contribution to an ever-evolving discussion. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eContributors include Bhikkhu Bodhi, Kate Crosby, Gil Fronsdal, Kathleen Gregory, Funie Hsu, Roger R. Jackson, Charles B. Jones, David L. McMahan, Richard K. Payne, Ron Purser, Sarah Shaw, Philippe Turenne, and Pamela D. Winfield.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRICHARD K. PAYNE is the Yehan Numata Professor of Japanese Buddhist Studies at the Institute of Buddhist Studies in Berkeley, California. Richard is active in the fields of Japanese Buddhist studies and ritual studies. He also serves as editor-in-chief of the Institute's annual journal, \u003ci\u003ePacific World\u003c\/i\u003e, and is chair of the Editorial Committee of the Pure Land Buddhist Studies Series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 8.9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 03, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51768164679968,"sku":"9781611808896","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/aba9daf9c428d0c2d8bfce620261f111.webp?v=1780326190","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/secularizing-buddhism-new-perspectives-on-a-dynamic-tradition-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}