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This is the first comprehensive sociological study of a new Chinese Buddhist movement, known as Tzu Chi (otherwise, the Buddhist Compassion Merit Society). Based in Taiwan, it was founded in 1966 and is still led by a female Buddhist master - Master Cheng Yen. Its members are laity and its main focu...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Yao, Yushuang (Autor)
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Leiden ; Boston : Global Oriental, 2012.
Edición:1st ed.
Temas:
Fo jiao ci ji ci shan shi ye ji jin hui.
Fo jiao ci ji ci shan shi ye ji jin hui
Buddhism > Taiwan > History.
Buddhism > Social aspects.
Bouddhisme > Taiwan > Histoire.
RELIGION > Buddhism > General.
Buddhism
Buddhism > Social aspects
Taiwan
History
Acceso en línea:Texto completo
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Sumario:This is the first comprehensive sociological study of a new Chinese Buddhist movement, known as Tzu Chi (otherwise, the Buddhist Compassion Merit Society). Based in Taiwan, it was founded in 1966 and is still led by a female Buddhist master - Master Cheng Yen. Its members are laity and its main focus is medical charity and education of the wealthy in an ethical way of life.
Notas:The Curiosity Factor.
Descripción Física:1 online resource
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9789004231320
9004231323

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