Hua-yen is regarded as the highest form of Buddhism by most modern Japanese and Chinese scholars. This book is a description and analysis of the Chinese form of Buddhism called Hua-yen (or Hwa-yea), Flower Ornament, based largely on one of the more systematic treatises of its third patriarch. Hua-yen Buddhism strongly resembles Whitehead's process philosophy, and has strong implications for modern philosophy and religion. Hua-yen Buddhism explores the philosophical system of Hua-yen in greater detail than does Garma C.C. ...
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Hua-yen is regarded as the highest form of Buddhism by most modern Japanese and Chinese scholars. This book is a description and analysis of the Chinese form of Buddhism called Hua-yen (or Hwa-yea), Flower Ornament, based largely on one of the more systematic treatises of its third patriarch. Hua-yen Buddhism strongly resembles Whitehead's process philosophy, and has strong implications for modern philosophy and religion. Hua-yen Buddhism explores the philosophical system of Hua-yen in greater detail than does Garma C.C. Chang's The Buddhist Teaching of Totality (Penn State, 1971). An additional value is the development of the questions of ethics and history. Thus, Professor Cook presents a valuable sequel to Professor Chang's pioneering work. The Flower Ornament School was developed in China in the late 7th and early 8th centuries as an innovative interpretation of Indian Buddhist doctrines in the light of indigenous Chinese presuppositions, chiefly Taoist. Hua-yen is a cosmic ecology, which views all existence as an organic unity, so it has an obvious appeal to the modern individual, both students and layman.
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Add this copy of Hua-Yen Buddhism: the Jewel Net of Indra (Iaswr Series) to cart. $23.00, good condition, Sold by The Unskoolbookshop rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Brattleboro, VT, UNITED STATES, published 1977 by Pennsylvania State University Press.
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Good. Book One cover corner is slightly creased. Underlining, mostly in pencil, to approximately 20% of pgs. This book explores the intricate philosophy of Hua-Yen Buddhism, which originated in China and is based on the Avatamsaka Sutra. The book delves into the concept of Indra's Net, a metaphor used to illustrate the interconnectedness of all phenomena. It elucidates how each individual is a reflection of the entire cosmos, emphasizing the importance of compassion and mindfulness in one's actions. The text also discusses the practical applications of Hua-Yen teachings in daily life, offering insights into personal transformation and spiritual growth.
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Good. Buddhism. 8vo. First edition. (1990. ) Hardcover missing dust jacket. 8vo with 146 pages. The book is in good condition with very slight shelf wear, small bump to spine. Faint foxing to top of page block. Interior is clean and tight. Yellow spine with brown text. #028323.
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