Becoming the Buddha: The Ritual of Image Consecration in Thailand
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Becoming the Buddha: The Ritual of Image Consecration in Thailand

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Explore “Becoming the Buddha: The Ritual of Image Consecration in Thailand” by Donald K. Swearer at The Bookish Owl. ISBN: 9788120831094. This book is the first in-depth study of the crucial Buddhist ritual of Buddha image consecration. Discover how the Buddha becomes present through this ceremony. Swearer blends ethnography and Buddhist texts to explore the image’s role in devotional life. Learn about the transformation process, chant, sermon, and meditation. Explore the cultural context of northern Thailand, scriptural accounts, and the ritual’s origins. A must-read for understanding Buddhist traditions. Shop now at The Bookish Owl!

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Motilal Banarsidass Publishers; Revised edition (1 January 2007)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 350 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8120831098
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8120831094
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 500 g

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