Author: CHAKRAVARTI, UMA
Title: The Social Dimensions of Early Buddhism Chakravarti, Uma
Description: Oxford UK: Oxford University Press, 1987. First Edition. Hardcover. ISBN: 0195620690. Slight wear to spine, covers, corners and dustjacket. ; Slight wear to spine, covers, corners and dustjacket. This book is an unusual, dedicated and scholarly exploration of the social and historical contexts in which Buddhism emerged. Challenging the perception of Buddhism as purely spiritual, Chakravarti examines its interactions with caste, gender, and power structures in early Indian society. She highlights Buddhism’s appeal to marginalised groups, including women and lower castes, while also acknowledging the persistence of social hierarchies. The book provides a nuanced analysis of Buddhism’s radical yet constrained challenge to Brahmanical norms. ; Octavo; vii, 238 pages. Very Good in Good dust jacket .
Keywords: 0195620690 Religious Buddhist Studies Gahapati Bhikkhus Upasakas Brahma
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Title: The Social Dimensions of Early Buddhism Chakravarti, Uma
Description: Oxford UK: Oxford University Press, 1987. First Edition. Hardcover. ISBN: 0195620690. Slight wear to spine, covers, corners and dustjacket. ; Slight wear to spine, covers, corners and dustjacket. This book is an unusual, dedicated and scholarly exploration of the social and historical contexts in which Buddhism emerged. Challenging the perception of Buddhism as purely spiritual, Chakravarti examines its interactions with caste, gender, and power structures in early Indian society. She highlights Buddhism’s appeal to marginalised groups, including women and lower castes, while also acknowledging the persistence of social hierarchies. The book provides a nuanced analysis of Buddhism’s radical yet constrained challenge to Brahmanical norms. ; Octavo; vii, 238 pages. Very Good in Good dust jacket .
Keywords: 0195620690 Religious Buddhist Studies Gahapati Bhikkhus Upasakas Brahma
Price: GBP 95.00 = appr. US$ 135.66 Seller: Literary Cat Books
- Book number: 41369
- Book number: 41369
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