Publisher's Synopsis
""An Introduction to Mahayana Buddhism"" by William Montgomery McGovern is a comprehensive guide that explores the fundamental principles and practices of Mahayana Buddhism. The book is divided into three parts, with the first section providing an overview of the history, development, and key concepts of Mahayana Buddhism. The second section delves into the core teachings of Mahayana Buddhism, including the concept of emptiness, the bodhisattva path, and the six perfections. The final section focuses on the practical applications of Mahayana Buddhism, including meditation techniques, ethical guidelines, and the role of compassion in daily life. Throughout the book, McGovern draws on a wide range of sources, including Buddhist scriptures, commentaries, and contemporary scholarship, to provide a thorough and accessible introduction to this important tradition. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, ""An Introduction to Mahayana Buddhism"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of this rich and complex tradition.1922. This work gives the reader an introduction to Mahayana Buddhism, with special reference to Chinese and Japanese phases. Mahayana is divided into unreformed and reformed branches, the unreformed branch being found all over Eastern Asia, while the reformed branch has its center in Japan. Mahayana Buddhism claims that their own teachings more perfectly express the meaning of Buddha's teachings as compared to Hinayana Buddhism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
