by Christopher S. Queen (Editor), Sallie B. King (Editor)
This is the first comprehensive coverage of socially and politically engaged Buddhism in Asia, presenting the historical development and institutional forms of engaged Buddhism in the light of traditional Buddhist conceptions of morality, interdependence, and liberation.
Author Biography
Christopher S. Queen is Dean of Students and Lecturer on Religion in the Division of Continuing Education at Harvard University. Sallie B. King is Head of the Department of Philosophy and Religion at James Madison University. She is the author of Buddha Nature and Journey in Search of the Way, both published by SUNY Press.
Number of Pages: 464
Dimensions: 1.1 x 8.98 x 6.28 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: March 14, 1996