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Adaptation and developments in Western Buddhism :

By: Henry, PhilMaterial type: TextTextDescription: 273 pages: illustrationsISBN: 9781474223782; 1474223788Subject(s): Buddhism | Buddhism
Contents:
Introduction -- Literature review: characterizing SEB -- The Amida Trust -- The Network of Engaged Buddhists (UK) -- The Community of Interbeing (UK) -- Triratna (FWBO) and Right Livelihood Businesses -- The Ropka Trust -- Cross-case analysis and conclusions
Summary: In recent years, there has been a growing academic acknowledgment around the world of a contemporary Buddhist phenomenon described as Engaged, or Socially Engaged Buddhism (SEB). It is a contested phenomenon variously associated with finding Buddhist solutions for social, political and ecological problems. The debate about its origins, practice and legitimacy has stirred academics and practitioners alike. Firstly, does such an approach to Buddhist practice constitute a departure with the past, in which case a new expression of an ancient practice is being experienced all around us?
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Item type Current library Call number Status Date due Barcode
Books Books Gabriel Afolabi Ojo Central Library (Headquarters).
HT361 .H46 2013 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available 0160232
Books Books Gabriel Afolabi Ojo Central Library (Headquarters).
HT361 .H46 2013 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available 0163646

Introduction -- Literature review: characterizing SEB -- The Amida Trust -- The Network of Engaged Buddhists (UK) -- The Community of Interbeing (UK) -- Triratna (FWBO) and Right Livelihood Businesses -- The Ropka Trust -- Cross-case analysis and conclusions

In recent years, there has been a growing academic acknowledgment around the world of a contemporary Buddhist phenomenon described as Engaged, or Socially Engaged Buddhism (SEB). It is a contested phenomenon variously associated with finding Buddhist solutions for social, political and ecological problems. The debate about its origins, practice and legitimacy has stirred academics and practitioners alike. Firstly, does such an approach to Buddhist practice constitute a departure with the past, in which case a new expression of an ancient practice is being experienced all around us?

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