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“The
authors, formerly Heads of Philosophy and Religious Studies at the
University of Wales, have written this book on the Welsh chapter
of the Nichiren Dasihonin Buddhist movement in Wales and the Borders,
also known as Soka Gakkai International. The authors begin with
the history and philosophy of this type of Buddhism in its native
Japan, and then trace its migration to the UK where it has been
flourishing over the last 35 years. This book, written for anyone
interested in philosophy or world religions, uses interviews with
members to describe some of the basic tenets of Nichiren Daishonin
such as the human revolution for a universal humanity and a commitment
to the Lotus Sutra.” Reference & Research Book News
In 1983, a tiny group of people in Cardiff and a married couple
in Aberporth West Wales were the only Welsh members of Soka Gakkai
International, a Japanese movement based on the beliefs and teachings
of the 13th century Buddhist, Nichiren Daishonin. Today, there are
hundreds of members in Wales and the Borders.
… This book examines the history
of the movement in these two areas, and draws on original research
gleaned from the members themselves. The research elicits facets
of their faith, practices, and study, as well as their testimonies
to the success of such beliefs and practices in their daily lives.
The book combines the twin goals of academic analysis of the Buddhism
of Nichiren Daishonin in general with the warmth of its expression
in the lives of its adherents in Wales and the Borders. Contents
include:
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The philosophy and history of Nichiren Daishonin Buddhism |
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The history of Nichiren Daishonin Buddhism in Wales and the Borders |
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The human revolution for a universal humanity |
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Practices, Experiences and Ceremonies |
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The Lotus Sutra |
Contains a Glossary of Terms, an Appendix and Index
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List of Contents to follow
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Publication Details
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ISBN: |
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978-1-84519-258-7 p/b |
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272 pp. / 229 x 152 mm |
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November 2008 |
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£11.99 / $24.99 |
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