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The History of Buddhism (Chos-hbyung) represents one of the most important Tibetan Buddhist historical texts, originally composed by Bu-Ston. This first volume, titled ‘The Jewelry of Scripture,’ has been expertly translated into English by E. Obermiller, making this classical work accessible to Western scholars and practitioners.
Bu-Ston’s comprehensive account traces the development of Buddhist philosophy and practice from its earliest origins through the development of various schools and traditions. The text serves as both a historical record and a philosophical examination of Buddhist doctrines as understood within the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.
This hardcover edition from Gyan Publishing House is an essential resource for anyone studying Buddhist history, Tibetan philosophy, or the development of Buddhist thought. The meticulous translation preserves the original text’s scholarly rigor while presenting it in a format accessible to contemporary readers interested in Eastern religions and spirituality.
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