The Essentials of Buddhist Philosophy

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Focusing on Japanese Mahayanist perspectives, this work offers a comprehensive overview of Buddhist philosophy, structured around an earlier text by Gyonen. It begins with foundational concepts, then delves into the six "Nara" schools, followed by discussions on Tendai, Shingon, and Kamakura's schools, including Zen and Jodo. The book includes a substantial index, English equivalents for key terms, and charts detailing the dharmas of various schools, making it a valuable resource for beginners and scholars alike.