Women in Pāli Buddhism

Walking the Spiritual Paths in Mutual Dependence

Autori

• Pascale Engelmajer

Parametri

Pagine

156pagine

Tempo di lettura

6ore

• Esoterismo e religione
• Geografia & Topografia
• Letteratura regionale e d'esilio
• Mappe e viaggi

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Exploring women's roles within the Pali tradition, this book analyzes their depiction in the Pali canon and commentaries, revealing a complex and sometimes contradictory narrative. It situates these representations within broader socio-religious contexts, incorporating insights from early brahmanical literature and epigraphical evidence. The examination highlights the contrast between societal perceptions and the doctrinal views on women's spiritual capabilities, offering a nuanced perspective on gender in early Buddhist texts.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2014

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