Tibetan Buddhism: With its Mystic Cults, Symbolism and Mythology, and in Its Relation to Indian Buddhism is a comprehensive book written by L. Austine Waddell. The book explores the various aspects of Tibetan Buddhism, including its history, beliefs, practices, and rituals. It delves into the mystical cults, symbolism, and mythology associated with Tibetan Buddhism, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the religion.The book also examines the relationship between Tibetan Buddhism and Indian Buddhism, highlighting ...
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Tibetan Buddhism: With its Mystic Cults, Symbolism and Mythology, and in Its Relation to Indian Buddhism is a comprehensive book written by L. Austine Waddell. The book explores the various aspects of Tibetan Buddhism, including its history, beliefs, practices, and rituals. It delves into the mystical cults, symbolism, and mythology associated with Tibetan Buddhism, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the religion.The book also examines the relationship between Tibetan Buddhism and Indian Buddhism, highlighting the similarities and differences between the two. It discusses the impact of Indian Buddhism on Tibetan Buddhism and the evolution of Tibetan Buddhism over time.Waddell draws on his extensive knowledge of Tibetan Buddhism to provide readers with a detailed and insightful analysis of the religion. He covers a wide range of topics, including the role of the Dalai Lama, the use of mandalas and prayer flags, and the significance of various Buddhist deities.Overall, Tibetan Buddhism: With its Mystic Cults, Symbolism and Mythology, and in Its Relation to Indian Buddhism is an essential read for anyone interested in learning more about Tibetan Buddhism and its place in the wider Buddhist tradition.1895. Contents: Historical: Changes in Primitive Buddhism Leading to Lamaism; Spread of Lamaism; Sects of Lamaism. Doctrinal: Metaphysical Sources; Doctrine and Morality; Scripture and Literature. Monastic: Order of Lamas; routine; Hierarchy. Buildings: Monasteries; Temples and Cathedrals; Shrines. Mythology and Gods: Pantheon and Images; Sacred Symbolism. Ritual and Sorcery: Worship; Astrology and Divination; Sorcery and Necromancy. Festivals and Plays: Festivals and Holidays; Sacred Drams, Plays and Masquerades. Popular Lamaism: Domestic and Popular. Illustrated.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.
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