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Jataka Stories in Theravada Buddhism

- Narrating the Bodhisatta Path

About Jataka Stories in Theravada Buddhism

"Jataka" stories have had a long and colourful history, closely intertwined with the development of doctrines about the Buddha, the path to buddhahood, and how Buddhists should behave now the Buddha is no more. This book explores the shifting role of the stories in Buddhist doctrine, practice, and creative expression.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9781409410928
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 186
  • Published:
  • November 27, 2010
  • Dimensions:
  • 164x240x19 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 518 g.
Delivery: 2-3 weeks
Expected delivery: December 6, 2024

Description of Jataka Stories in Theravada Buddhism

"Jataka" stories have had a long and colourful history, closely intertwined with the development of doctrines about the Buddha, the path to buddhahood, and how Buddhists should behave now the Buddha is no more. This book explores the shifting role of the stories in Buddhist doctrine, practice, and creative expression.

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