Brief History Of Buddhist Temples

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Brief History Of Buddhist Temples

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Author : Big Island Buddhist Federation
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1979

Brief History Of Buddhist Temples written by Big Island Buddhist Federation and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1979 with Buddhism categories.

The Four Great Temples

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Author : Donald F. McCallum
language : en
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Release Date : 2008-11-30

The Four Great Temples written by Donald F. McCallum and has been published by University of Hawaii Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-11-30 with Art categories.

In his detailed analysis of the four temples, McCallum considers historiographical issues, settings and layouts, foundations, tiles, relics, and icons and allows readers to follow their chronological evolutions.

Guide To Buddhist Temples Of China

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Author : Christian Cochini
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009

Guide To Buddhist Temples Of China written by Christian Cochini and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Buddhism categories.

Buddhism In Singapore

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Author : Y. D. Ong
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2005

Buddhism In Singapore written by Y. D. Ong and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Political Science categories.

Muroji

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Author : Sherry D. Fowler
language : en
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Release Date : 2005-03-31

Muroji written by Sherry D. Fowler and has been published by University of Hawaii Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-03-31 with Art categories.

Murōji, a magnificent temple founded in the eighth century, is known both for its dramatic location and the exceptional quality of its ritual objects and art dating from the ninth and tenth centuries of the Heian period. Sherry Fowler makes extensive use of primary sources to explore the circumstances surrounding the creation and function of the temple’s main images and considers why major works of early Heian sculpture were housed in such a remote mountain setting. Employing a multifaceted approach that looks at Murōji’s art and architecture in socio-political context, she explores the establishment of the temple, its role in the religious life and power structure of the region, and the ways in which the temple reconfigured its early history to suit its later circumstances. Emerging from Fowler’s study are pervasive themes relating to worship and practice at Murōji that highlight plurality of practice (of different schools of Buddhism as well as Shinto); flexibility of practice and its impact on sculptural icons; the relationship of Murōji to other temple/shrine complexes; and the association of the temple with women’s worship.

Japanese Buddhist Temples In Hawaii

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Author : George J. Tanabe
language : en
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Release Date : 2012-10-31

Japanese Buddhist Temples In Hawaii written by George J. Tanabe and has been published by University of Hawaii Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-10-31 with Religion categories.

Upon entering a Japanese Buddhist temple in Hawai‘i, most people—whether first-time visitors or lifelong members—are overwhelmed by the elaborate and complex display of golden ornaments, intricately carved altar tables and incense burners, and images of venerable masters and bodhisattvas. These objects, as well as the architectural elements of the temple itself, have meanings that are often hidden in ancient symbolisms. This book, written by two local authorities on Japanese art and religion, provides a thorough yet accessible overview of Buddhism in Hawai‘i followed by a temple-by-temple guide to the remaining structures across the state. Introductory chapters cover the basic history, teachings, and practices of various denominations and the meanings of objects commonly found in temples. Taken together, they form a short primer on Buddhism in Japan and Hawai‘i. The heart of the book is a narrative description of the ninety temples still extant in Hawai‘i. Augmented by over 350 color photographs, each entry begins with historical background information and continues with descriptions of architecture, sanctuaries, statuary and ritual implements, columbariums, and grounds. Appended at the end is a chart listing each temple's denomination, membership number, and architectural type. While many Buddhist temples in Hawai‘i are active social and religious centers, a good number are in serious decline. In addition to being an introduction to Buddhism and a guide book, Japanese Buddhist Temples in Hawai‘i is an indispensable historical record of what exists today and what may be gone tomorrow. It will appeal to temple members, pilgrims, residents and tourists interested in local cultural and historic sites, and historians of Buddhism in Hawai‘i.

A Brief History Of The Glyptic Art And Architecture Of Japan Together With A Brief Description Of Temples And Shrines And A Biography Of Eminent Architects And Sculptors

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Author : Yamanaka & Company
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1902

A Brief History Of The Glyptic Art And Architecture Of Japan Together With A Brief Description Of Temples And Shrines And A Biography Of Eminent Architects And Sculptors written by Yamanaka & Company and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1902 with Art, Japanese categories.

Buddhist Monks And Monasteries Of India

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Author : Sukumar Dutt
language : en
Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publishe
Release Date : 1988

Buddhist Monks And Monasteries Of India written by Sukumar Dutt and has been published by Motilal Banarsidass Publishe this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1988 with Religion categories.

Though India is no longer a Buddhist country, Buddhism held its place among Indian faiths for nearly seventeen centuries (500 B.C.--A.D. 1200). During this long stretch of time the Buddhist monks were organized in Sanghas in most parts of the country and their activities and achievements have profoundly influenced India`s traditional culture. There are monumental remains of Buddhist monastic life scattered all over India: in the south there are about a thousand cave-monasteries, among them Ajanta, world-famous for its exquisite mural paintings; in the north, less spectacular, the ruins of monastic edifices from Taxila in the west to Paharpur in the east. A connected history of the Buddhist monks of ancient India, their activities, their monastic establishments and their contributions to Indian culture, is available for the first time in this work, which is remarkable also for its pervading human interest. In reconstructing the history of the emperors and kings who were patrons of Buddhism, the early missionaries and the illustrious monk-scholars of later times, the author has used sources in four languages--Pali, Sanskrit, Chinese and Tibetan. Contents The primitive sangha, The asoka-satavahana age 250 BC-AD 100 and its legacy, In the Gupta age (AD 300-550) and after, Eminent monk-Scholars of India, Monastic Universities, (AD 500-1200), Bib., Index.

Buddhist Monuments And Temples Of Cambodia And Laos

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Author : W. Vivian De Thabrew
language : en
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Release Date : 2014-12-10

Buddhist Monuments And Temples Of Cambodia And Laos written by W. Vivian De Thabrew and has been published by AuthorHouse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-12-10 with Travel categories.

This is the third volume in my series on Buddhist monuments and temples in South Asia, and the last one dealing with orthodox or Theravada Buddhism. The advent of Theravada Buddhism in Cambodia and Laos came during the 11th century, while Mahayana Buddhism came much earlier to Cambodia. Laos, however, with its constant contact with Thailand (Siam), inherited Theravada or the pure form of Buddhism. The specific origins of the peoples of these countries are uncertain due to the lack of historical documentation. Due to the constant wars and invasions between these and neighbouring countries such as Myanmar (Burma) and Thailand (Siam), many temples, monasteries and stupas suffered destruction, and statues and other religious artefacts were pillaged. Therefore there are far fewer historical temples and monuments than might have been expected. In fact Sri Lanka is the only Theravada country in which there are substantial ancient Buddhist monuments and temples remaining in good order and still in use. Furthermore, the history of these is well documented, the oldest ones dating back to the Buddha. It is impossible to comprehensively deal with such an expansive subject encompassing the two countries in this small volume. Therefore I have confined myself to areas and places which have grown in popularity, are of major importance and those which are easily accessible. During the course of writing the books in this series I have visited all the sites dealt within them and taken most of the photographs. It is sincerely hoped that this small volume will be useful to those who are interested in seeing the monuments described, and also kindle their interest in the study of this subject.

The Temples Of Lhasa

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Author : Andre Alexander
language : en
Publisher: Serindia Publications
Release Date : 2005

The Temples Of Lhasa written by Andre Alexander and has been published by Serindia Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Architecture categories.

" The Temples of Lhasa is a comprehensive survey of historic Buddhist sites in the Tibetan capital of Lhasa. The study is based on the Tibetan Heritage Fund's official five-year architectural conservation project in Tibet, during which the author and his team had unlimited access to the buildings studied. The documented sites span the entire known history of Tibetan Buddhist art and architecture from the 7th to the 21st centuries The book is divided into thirteen chapters, covering all the major and minor temples in historic Lhasa. These include some of Tibet's oldest and most revered sites, such as the Lhasa Tsukla-khang and Ramoche, as well as lesser-known but highly important sites such as the Jebumgang Lha-khang, Meru Dratsang and Meru Nyingpa. It is illustrated with numerous color plates taken over a period of roughly 15 years from the mind-1980s to today and is augmented with rare photographs and reproductions of Tibetan paintings. This book also provides detailed architectural drawings and maps made by the project. Each site has been completely surveyed, documented and analyzed. The history of each site has been written - often for the first time - based on source texts and survey results, as well as up-to-date technology such as carbon dating, dendrochronology, and satellite data. Tibetan source texts and oral accounts have also been used to reconstruct the original design of the sites. Matthew Akester has contributed translations of Tibetan source texts, including excerpts from the writings of the Fifth and Thirteenth Dalai Lamas. This documentation of Tibetan Buddhist temple buildings is the most detailed of its kind, and is the first professional study of some of Tibet's most significant religious buildings. The comparative analysis of Tibetan Buddhist architecture covers 13 centuries of architectural history in Tibet."--Publisher's website.