Showing how the teachings of a band of wandering ascetics evolved into the doctrine of world saviors, Dr. Thomas details such topics as the ascetic ideal; the background of Buddhism, Brahminism, and the Upanishads; karma, release, and nirvana; the doctrine of the void; Buddhism and modern thought; and much more. 5 halftones. Unabridged republication of the second edition, published by Routledge & Kegan Paul Ltd., London, 1951.
The Awakening of Faith: The Classic Exposition of Mahayana Buddhism by Asvaghosa, Teitaro Suzuki Comprehensive and coherent guide to a complex system of Buddhism discusses the essentials: transcending the finite state, practices and techniques to awaken and extend faith, and Buddha-matrix teachings.
Buddhism: Its Essence and Development by Edward Conze Classic guide introduces Buddhism as both religion and philosophy, discusses its common ground with other faiths throughout the world, contrasts monastic and popular Buddhism, and defines old and new schools of thoughts.
