Buddhism Primitive And Present In Magadha And In Ceylon [Hardcover]

Name : Buddhism Primitive And Present In Magadha And In Ceylon [Hardcover]

Author : Reginald Stephen Copleston

Book Format : Hardcover

Genre : Reference

ISBN : 9788121231701

Language : English

Pages : 301-400 Pages

Publish Year : 2020

Publisher : Gyan Publishing House

About the Book : - 'This book describes the history of that particular branch of Buddhism that was established and continued in Ceylon. It is the attempt of the author to make his work appeal to the interested reader and at the same time be accurate enough for the scholar. The author avoids the use of technical terminology but gives reference for every statement which he has drawn directly from Pali books. In writing this book the author does not draw upon other translations and manuals as he has made a thorough study of a large part of the sacred canon. The book is divided into 6 parts and they deal with 1) An introduction to the subject 2) Foundation 3) The teachings of the Buddha 4) The era of Asoka 5) Buddhism in Ceylon: its past. 6) Buddhism in Ceylon: the present. About the Author :- Most Reverend Reginald Stephen Copleston was an Anglican priest and author, who served as a Bishop in India for more than 30 years. He was appointed Bishop of Colombo as one of the youngest prelates to be consecrated bishop, and was occasionally known as the Boy Bishop in the following years. He served in Colombo for 27 years, spending some of his time studying the native religions. In early 1902 he was translated to become Bishop of Calcutta and Metropolitan of India. He arrived in Calcutta on 20th May 1902, and was enthroned at the St. Paul's Cathedral the following day. He held these posts

Country of Origin : India