An Introduction to Mahayana Buddhism - Paperback

by William Montgomery McGovern (Author)

""An Introduction to Mahayana Buddhism"" by William Montgomery McGovern is a comprehensive guide to the philosophy, history, and practices of Mahayana Buddhism. The book explores the key teachings of Mahayana Buddhism, including the concept of emptiness, the bodhisattva path, and the importance of compassion and wisdom. McGovern also delves into the history of Mahayana Buddhism, tracing its development from its origins in ancient India to its spread throughout Asia and beyond. The book includes a detailed analysis of the major Mahayana sutras and their significance, as well as practical advice for those interested in pursuing a Mahayana Buddhist practice. With clear, accessible language and a wealth of information, ""An Introduction to Mahayana Buddhism"" is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand 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.