Classical buddhism, neo-buddhism and the question of caste
Éditeur :
Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN :
9780367564247
Date de publication :
25 sept. 2023
Dimensions :
23,4 x 15,6 cm
Poids :
453 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This book examines the interface between Buddhism and the caste system in India. It discusses how Buddhism in different stages, from its early period to contemporary forms (TheravÄda, MahÄyÄna, TantrayÄna and NavayÄna) dealt with the question of caste, and focuses on the radical challenge posed by B. R. Ambedkar’s NavayÄna Buddhism or neo-Buddhism.