The ""Scripture on the Ten Kings"" and the Making of Purgatory in Medieval Chinese Buddhism
Published on 30. April 2003
Book
Paperback/Softback
368 pages
978-0-8248-2776-2 (ISBN)
Description
An examination of medieval Chinese Buddhist thanatonic practices. Bridging area studies and the history of religions, Teiser explores the concerns, practices and beliefs of 9th- and 10th-century Chinese Buddhists.
Reviews / Votes
A pleasure to read.... Bridging area studies and the history of religions, Teiser offers an exceptional exploration of the concerns, practices, and beliefs of ninth- and tenth-century Chinese Buddhists. - Journal of ReligionMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Honolulu, HI
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
31 illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 231 mm
Width: 151 mm
Thickness: 29 mm
Weight
552 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8248-2776-2 (9780824827762)
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