| Key Concepts in Eastern Philosophy Contributor(s): Leaman, Oliver (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415173620 ISBN-13: 9780415173629 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $133.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: May 1999 Annotation: This invaluable survey covers all of the main terms and concepts used in Eastern philosophy. It clearly defines the essential philosophical ideas linked to the traditions of Persia, the Islamic world, Japan, India, China and Tibet, and discusses the major principles of Zoroastrianism, Sufism, Confucianism, Taoism, Hinduism, Shintoism, Buddhism, and beyond. Each entry includes a lively and authoritative critical analysis of the term or concept covered. This book is a uniquely helpful source for anyone interested in coming to grips with the Eastern philosophical world. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Philosophy | Eastern - Religion | Eastern |
| Dewey: 181 |
| LCCN: 00700136 |
| Series: Routledge Key Guides |
| Physical Information: 0.98" H x 5.26" W x 8.06" (1.01 lbs) 350 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Buddhist - Religious Orientation - Hindu - Religious Orientation - Islamic - Religious Orientation - Taoism |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Key Concepts in Eastern Philosophy provides an extensive glossary of the main terms and concepts used in Eastern philosophy. The book includes definitions of philosophical ideas linked to the national traditions of: * Persia * India * Islamic world * China * Japan * Tibet including concepts from: * Zoroastrianism * Hinduism * Sufism * Islam * Confucianism * Shintoism * Taoism * Buddhism Each entry includes a guide for further reading and critical analysis, and is cross-referenced with associated concepts and is in easy-to-use A-Z format. |