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The Power of the Buddhas

- The Politics of Buddhism during the Koryo Dynasty (918 - 1392)

About The Power of the Buddhas

Buddhism in medieval Korea is characterized as "State Protection Buddhism," a religion whose primary purpose was to rally support (supernatural and popular) for and legitimate the state. This study is an attempt to specify Buddhism's place in Koryo and to ascertain to what extent and in what areas Buddhism functioned as a state religion.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780674031883
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 486
  • Published:
  • October 1, 2008
  • Dimensions:
  • 316x165x39 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 874 g.
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Expected delivery: October 13, 2024

Description of The Power of the Buddhas

Buddhism in medieval Korea is characterized as "State Protection Buddhism," a religion whose primary purpose was to rally support (supernatural and popular) for and legitimate the state. This study is an attempt to specify Buddhism's place in Koryo and to ascertain to what extent and in what areas Buddhism functioned as a state religion.

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