Publisher's Synopsis
Buddhism in Tibet: With an Account of the Buddhist Systems Preceding in India is a book written by Emil Schlagintweit and published in 1863. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and development of Buddhism in Tibet, as well as an overview of the different Buddhist systems that preceded it in India.The author begins by tracing the origins of Buddhism in India and the various schools of Buddhist thought that emerged over time. He then explores the spread of Buddhism to Tibet and the unique form that it took there, including its incorporation of local beliefs and customs.Throughout the book, Schlagintweit provides detailed descriptions of the key figures and teachings of Tibetan Buddhism, as well as its practices and rituals. He also examines the relationship between Buddhism and other religions in Tibet, including Bon and Hinduism.Overall, Buddhism in Tibet is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and philosophy of Buddhism, as well as the cultural and religious traditions of Tibet.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.
