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Moving beyond the original bodhi tree where the historical Buddha attained enlightenment, Buddhism spread throughout Asia and in more recent history has become ubiquitous in America and other Western nations as it marches into the status of a major global religion. During its history westward, it has changed, adapted to new cultures, and offered spiritual help to those looking for answers to the problems of life. Buddhism is studied in institutions of higher education, practice by many people worldwide, and its literature is translated in numerous languages. Historical Dictionary of Buddhism, Second Edition contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has more than 900 cross-referenced entries on important personalities as well as complex theological concepts, significant practices, and basic writings and texts. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Buddhism.

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In addition to 900-plus entries, Olson includes two maps, a six-page chronology of Buddhist history, a 51-page introduction that provides a brief summary of the basic principles of Buddhism, a historical overview, and a 90-page bibliography. This second edition differs from the first: the introduction has been expanded, the main section has some new entries, and the bibliography has been updated. The book's most valuable contribution is perhaps the bibliography, which is organized into historical and topical subcategories....This book will be most useful for advanced scholars... Upper-division undergraduates through faculty.-- Choice

"In addition to 900-plus entries, Olson includes two maps, a six-page chronology of Buddhist history, a 51-page introduction that provides a brief summary of the basic principles of Buddhism, a historical overview, and a 90-page bibliography. This second edition differs from the first: the introduction has been expanded, the main section has some new entries, and the bibliography has been updated. The book's most valuable contribution is perhaps the bibliography, which is organized into historical and topical subcategories....This book will be most useful for advanced scholars... Upper-division undergraduates through faculty. -- ""Choice Reviews"""

In addition to 900-plus entries, Olson includes two maps, a six-page chronology of Buddhist history, a 51-page introduction that provides a brief summary of the basic principles of Buddhism, a historical overview, and a 90-page bibliography. This second edition differs from the first: the introduction has been expanded, the main section has some new entries, and the bibliography has been updated. The book's most valuable contribution is perhaps the bibliography, which is organized into historical and topical subcategories....This book will be most useful for advanced scholars... Upper-division undergraduates through faculty.

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Carl Olson is emeritus professor of religious studies at Allegheny College.

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