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This hardcover edition of the History of Buddhism (Chos-hbyung) represents a significant scholarly contribution to Buddhist studies. Translated by E. Obermiller from Bu-Ston’s authoritative Tibetan text, this second volume focuses specifically on the history of Buddhism in India and Tibet.
Bu-Ston, a renowned 14th-century Tibetan Buddhist scholar, compiled this comprehensive historical account drawing from various canonical sources and historical records. The text provides detailed narratives of Buddhist philosophical development, monastic traditions, and the transmission of teachings from India to Tibet. Readers will find extensive discussions of major Buddhist schools, influential masters, and the evolution of religious practices across these two regions.
This translation by E. Obermiller makes this essential religious and historical document accessible to English-speaking scholars and practitioners. Published by Gyan Publishing House, this edition maintains scholarly rigor while presenting complex Buddhist history in a clear, organized manner. Essential for anyone studying Buddhist history, Tibetan Buddhism, or Asian religious traditions.
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