{"product_id":"buddhism-for-dummies-9781119643265","title":"Buddhism for Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYour hands-on guide to this widely practiced and ancient religion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuddhism, one of the world's most widely practiced religions, is a fascinating yet complex eastern religion that is rapidly spreading throughout western civilization. What does it mean to be a Buddhist? What are the fundamental beliefs and history behind this religion? \u003ci\u003eBuddhism For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e explores these questions and more in this updated guide to Buddhist culture. You'll gain an understanding of the origins of this ancient practice and how they're currently applied to everyday life. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're a searcher of truth, a student of religions, or just curious about what makes Buddhism such a widely practiced religion, this guide is for you. In plain English, it defines the important terms, explains the key concepts, and explores in-depth a wide range of fascinating topics.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eNew and expanded coverage on all the schools of Buddhism, including Theravada, Tibetan, and Mahayana\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe continuing relevance of the Dalai Lama\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUpdated coverage on daily observances, celebrations, styles, practices, meditation, and more \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eContinuing the Dummies tradition of making the world's religions engaging and accessible to everyone, \u003ci\u003eBuddhism For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is your essential guide to this fascinating religion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBuddhism For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e (9781119643265) was previously published as \u003ci\u003eBuddhism For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e (9781118023792). While this version features a new \u003ci\u003eDummies\u003c\/i\u003e cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e For Dummies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/27\/2019\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781119643265\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 400\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.20lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.20h x 7.30w x 0.80d","brand":"Jonathan Landaw, Stephan Bodian, Gudrun B\u0026#252;hnemann","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36648276951196,"sku":"9781119643265","price":21.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/products\/img_a43a2895-2783-4f7b-8fb6-312763bd8296.jpg?v=1603869629","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/buddhism-for-dummies-9781119643265","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}