World Religions - Buddhism

Buddhism in China: A Historical Survey
En Ch, Kenneth Chen

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This book treats the entire history of Buddhism in China up to present century and concludes with a brief but excellent chapter on the contributions of Buddhism to Chinese culture. Ch'en has given a clear statement which is suitable for the lay scholar as well as the professional historian of religions. Contains a glossary of Chinese, Sanskrit, and Pali terms which is quite helpful, as well as an index of Chinese names.

Buddha
Karen Armstrong
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Many know the Buddha from the serene statues one sees everwhere. But what of the man himself and the world he lived in? What did he actually do in his roughly eighty years on earth that spawned one of the greatest religions in history? Renowned religious scholar Karen Armstrong answers these questions and more by examining the life and times of the Buddha in this engrossing philosophical biography. Against the background of cultural ferment that characterized the world at the time, Armstrong blends history, philosophy, mythology and biography to create a compelling and illuminating portrait of a man whose awakening continues to inspire millions today, 2,500 years after his death.

Buddhism in China: A Historical Survey
En Ch, Kenneth Chen

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In India's West Bengal state, local Christians and missionaries faced death threats for their faith, according to Mission News Network. Fourteen members of a Gospel for Asia church were severely beaten and forced to leave their homes on July 10 [2008], after being accused of forcing conversions and bringing an illness on the village. The mob threatened to kill the believers if they remained in the village. Village leader Negesh Rai brought the matter to the attention of local police, which led to calls for his resignation by protesting villagers. On July 16, the believers were removed to a different area for safety.

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