[3rd printing in 6 months since its release] “The more you know, the more interesting it is! An easy-to-understand textbook on Buddhism” has been reprinted! Why not refresh your mind by visiting a temple during the autumn holidays?
*Natsumesha Co., Ltd.*
Press release: September 20, 2024
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[3rd printing in 6 months since its release] “The more you know, the more interesting it is! An easy-to-understand textbook on Buddhism” has been reprinted! Why not refresh your mind by visiting a temple during the autumn holidays?
*This book is an introductory book that explains everything from the basics of Buddhism to its history in an easy-to-understand manner with plenty of illustrations. This is a book that makes you feel the fun of Buddhism, which is familiar to you, but which you actually didn’t know much about. *
Natsumesha Co., Ltd. (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Masataka Tamura), a publishing company that publishes practical books, children’s books, and educational books, publishes “The more you know, the more interesting it is!” Easy-to-understand Buddhist textbook” (
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* ■Easily learn the basic knowledge of Buddhism with abundant illustrations! * The book uses abundant illustrations to explain in an
easy-to-understand manner the life of Buddha, the founder of Buddhism, the basics of his teachings, each sect, and how to view Buddhist statues and temples. This is a book where you can visually learn about Buddhism!
* ■Explaining the history and changes in teaching over 2500 years* Buddhism is a religion that originated in India and has spread throughout Asia. This book traces the important events that have occurred in the history of over 2,500 years, and thoroughly explains how Buddhist teachings were divided, as well as the teachings of Buddhism that you should know about in this day and age of constant conflict. I am.
* ■Points to note about the Buddha that you should check when visiting a temple* Buddhas are classified into four types: Tathagata, Bodhisattva, Myoo, and Heaven. Along with explanations of the characteristics of each, we also introduce in detail the differences, meanings, and identification points of inso, poses, hairstyles, belongings, etc.
【table of contents】
Once you take the first step, your heart will be at ease! Welcome to the world of Buddhism
Part 1: Understanding the birth of Buddhism through the life history of Buddha Part 2 Solving everyone’s doubts and suffering with Buddhism – Basic teachings Part 3 I want to save all living things! Spread of Buddhism and Mahayana teachings
Part 4 Japanese Buddhism that changed the spiritual culture of the Japanese people
Part 5 Reproducing the Buddha’s world in this world – Structure of Buddhist statues and temples
[Supervisor introduction]
* Kazuhiro Ishida *
Born in Hokkaido in 1981. Researcher at Jodo Buddhism Research Institute, part-time lecturer at Taisho University.
After graduating from high school, he became a disciple of Kensuke Shirahata, former president of the All Japan Buddhist Association. Trained at Kuboyan Komyoji Temple (Kanagawa). Completed doctoral course at Taisho University Graduate School of Buddhist Studies, Ph.D. (Buddhist Studies). While specializing in the study of Indian sects of Buddhism, he conducts a wide range of research, from the
interpretation of Japanese scriptures to contemporary issues such as basic research on pet memorial services. His supervised books include “Understanding 13 Sects of Japanese Buddhism Through Manga” (Seibundo Shinkosha).
[Book information]
* “The more you know, the more interesting it is! An
easy-to-understand textbook on Buddhism” * Supervisor: Kazuhiro Ishida Publisher: Natsumesha
List price: 1,760 yen (tax included)
Specifications: A5 size/224 pages/all color
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[Inquiries regarding this release]
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