Esoteric Buddhism and Texts, 9781032563107
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Unlock Esoteric Buddhism’s secrets: rituals, art, and sacred narratives unveiled.
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Esoteric Buddhism and Texts

volume ii, material culture, rituals, arts, construction of sacred space and narratives in east asia

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  • Paperback

    224 pages

  • Release Date

    30 July 2025

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Summary

Unveiling the Mysteries: Esoteric Buddhism in East Asia

This book delves into the trans-cultural and cross-border evolution of Esoteric Buddhism in East Asia, highlighting its significance through the lens of material culture, encompassing rituals, arts, and the creation of sacred spaces and narratives.

Esoteric Buddhism’s impact resonates throughout East Asian society, permeating not only its own sectarian identity but also influencing the philosophical principles and daily…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781032563107
ISBN-10:1032563109
Author:Jinhua Chen
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:Routledge
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:224
Release Date:30 July 2025
Weight:453g
Dimensions:246mm x 174mm
About The Author

Jinhua Chen

Jinhua Chen, Fellow of Royal Society of Canada, is Professor of East Asian Religions at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada, and a Visiting Professor at several major universities, including TokyoU (2003-04) and Stanford (2012). He has published extensively on state-church relationships, monastic biographical literature, sacred sites, relic veneration, Buddhism and technology.

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