A renowned social activist and a prominent Buddhist leader in China, Zhao Puchu (; 1907-2000) was also an accomplished calligrapher and a Buddhist scholar. He began studying the doctrines of Buddhism at college. During the War of Resistance against Japan (1937-1945), Zhao participated in charity work in Shanghai. In 1945, he co-founded the China Association for Promoting Democracy (CAPD). From 1949 to 2000, he took on many official posts. Among these are president of the Buddhist Association of China, vice president of China-Japan Friendship Association, and vice president of China-Burma Friendship Association. In addition, Zhao served as vice-chairman of the 9th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference and honorary chairman of the 10th Central Committee of the China Association for Promoting Democracy.
Publisher
Gale Asia
Volume
Copyright
2014
ISBN13
9789814609722
Release
Format
Print
Shipped Weight
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TBD
Features & Benefits
Presents an overview of the Buddha's teachings that concern both theory and practice
Covers a comprehensive range of topics such as the founding of the Sangha, the origins of Buddhism and its development in India and China
Written in a simple format of questions and answers that encourages readers to explore the secrets of Buddhism
Presents an overview of the Buddha's teachings that concern both theory and practice
Covers a comprehensive range of topics such as the founding of the Sangha, the origins of Buddhism and its development in India and China
Written in a simple format of questions and answers that encourages readers to explore the secrets of Buddhism
Preface
Translator's Words
Preface
1. The Buddha and the Origin of Buddhism.
2. The Essence of the Buddha Dhamma and the Buddhist Canonical Literature.
3. The Sangha and the Buddha's Disciples.
4. The Development, Decline, and Resurgence of Buddhism in India.
5. The Spread, Development, and Evolution of Buddhism in China.
