ISBN: 9780521570541

NIRVana and Other Buddhist Felicities. This book discusses nirvana, Buddhist utopias, textuality and the study of premodern civilizations. The concept of nirvana; 2. The imagery of nirvan… Plus…

NIRVana and Other Buddhist Felicities. This book discusses nirvana, Buddhist utopias, textuality and the study of premodern civilizations. The concept of nirvana; 2. The imagery of nirvana; 3. Paradise in Heaven and on Earth: Introduction to part II: utopia and the ideal society; 4. The Nile on eBay   NIRVana and Other Buddhist Felicities by Steven Collins Examines the meaning of &#039;nirvana&#039; and discusses Buddhist utopias, textuality and world history. FORMATHardcover LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description This book presents a new answer to the question: what is nirvana? Part One distinguishes between systematic and narrative thought in the Pali texts of Theravada Buddhism, looking at the place of nirvana in both. Part Two explores other Buddhist utopias and relates Buddhist utopianism to studies of European and American utopian writing. Steven Collins discusses these issues in relation to textuality, world history, and ideology in premodern civilizations, aiming to contribute to a new vision of Buddhist history that integrates the inside and the outside of texts. Author Biography Collins, twice a world champion, at middlewight and super-middleweight, is currently at the top in his sport. In Millstreet in March 1995 he faced his greatest challenge, Chris Eubank. He & his wife, Gemma, have 3 children, Caoimhe, Stevie, & Clodagh. Table of Contents Preface and Acknowledgements; List of abbreviations; Textual chronology; General introduction: Buddhism and civilisation history I - structures and processes: Part I. Nirvana In and Out of Time: Introduction to part I: systematic and narrative thought - eternity and closure in structure and story; 1. The concept of nirvana; 2. The imagery of nirvana; 3. Nirvana, time and narrative; Conclusion to part I: modes of thought, modes of tradition; Part II. Paradise in Heaven and on Earth: Introduction to part II: utopia and the ideal society; 4. Heaven, the land of Cockaygne and Arcadia; 5. Millennialism; Critical discussion: what is 'millennialism'? Premodern ideas and modern movements; 6. The perfect moral commonwealth? Kingship and its discontents; 7. The Vessantara Jataka; Conclusion to part II: in what sense can one speak of Buddhist utopianism?; General conclusion: Buddhism and civilisation history II - reprise: Appendices; Bibliography; Glossary; Indexes. Review "This major publication belongs in all undergraduate and graduate libraries supporting religious studies programs." John Clifford Holt, Religious Studies Review "This is a fantastic work. It is highly informative, intriguing, and thoroughly researched. I recommend it without reservation for anyone interested in the Pali literature. The only criticism I have is that the author might have made this one colossal work into a few smaller ones. Otherwise, this is an excellent accomplishment." Vanessa Sasson, ARC, the Journal of the Faculty of Religious Studies, McGill University Review Quote "This major publication belongs in all undergraduate and graduate libraries supporting religious studies programs." John Clifford Holt, Religious Studies Review Promotional "Headline" Examines the meaning of 'nirvana' and discusses Buddhist utopias, textuality and world history. Description for Bookstore This book discusses nirvana, Buddhist utopias, textuality and the study of premodern civilizations. By setting nirvana in the wider category of Buddhist Felicities and integrating Buddhist texts with South Asian and World history, Steve Collins has developed an interesting approach to the the question: what is nirvana? Description for Library This book discusses nirvana, Buddhist utopias, textuality and the study of premodern civilizations. By setting nirvana in the wider category of Buddhist Felicities and integrating Buddhist texts with South Asian and World history, Steve Collins has developed an interesting approach to the the question: what is nirvana? Details ISBN0521570549 Author Steven Collins Short Title NIRVANA & OTHER BUDDHIST FELIC Pages 712 Publisher Cambridge University Press Series Cambridge Studies in Religious Traditions Language English ISBN-10 0521570549 ISBN-13 9780521570541 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY 294.342 Series Number 0012 Year 1998 Publication Date 1998-05-31 Imprint Cambridge University Press Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom Residence 65, IE Birth 1951 DOI 10.1604/9780521570541 Audience Professional and Scholarly UK Release Date 1998-05-13 AU Release Date 1998-05-13 NZ Release Date 1998-05-13 Illustrations 8 Tables, unspecified We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 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ISBN: 0521570549

Cambridge University Press, 1998. 712p. Hardback. Series: Cambridge Studies in Religious Traditions, 12. Unbekannter Einband This book presents an answer to the question: what is nirvana?… Plus…

Cambridge University Press, 1998. 712p. Hardback. Series: Cambridge Studies in Religious Traditions, 12. Unbekannter Einband This book presents an answer to the question: what is nirvana? Part I distinguishes between systematic and narrative thought in the Pali texts of Theravada Buddhism in South and Southeast Asia, arguing that nirvana produces closure in both, and setting nirvana in the wider category of Buddhist Felicities. Part II explores other Buddhist utopias (both eu-topias, `good places`, and ou-topias, `no-places`), and relates Buddhist utopianism to studies of European and American utopian writing. The book ends with a close reading of the Vessantara Jataka, which highlights the conflict between the ascetic quest for closure and ultimate felicity, and the ongoing demands of ordinary life and society. Steven Collins discusses these issues in relation to textuality, world history and ideology in premodern civilizations, aiming to contribute to an alternate vision of Buddhist history, which can hold both the inside and the outside of texts together. (Publisher`s information). Printed on Demand 4 weeks, mit Schutzumschlag 11, [PU: Cambridge University Press]<

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Hard cover, New., 712 p. Cambridge Studies in Religious Traditions . 8 Tables, unspecified. Intended for professional and scholarly audience., Cambridge, [PU: Cambridge University Press]