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Learning Classical Tibetan

A Reader for Translating Buddhist Texts

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This modern and accessible reader is designed for studying Classical Tibetan Buddhist texts, suitable for both classroom use and independent study. It serves as a comprehensive manual for navigating Tibetan Buddhist literature, drawing on a traditional monastic curriculum. Utilizing up-to-date teaching methods, students learn grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and style while engaging with Buddhist philosophical works. Each chapter features a contextual introduction, a Tibetan text with annotations that progressively explain grammar, cultural notes, translation hints, and insights into the Sanskrit origins of Tibetan expressions. A literal translation of the text is also provided. Additionally, the reader includes study plans, discussions on dictionaries and resources, a glossary of English grammatical terms, and more. This resource can be used alongside Paul Hackett’s expanded edition of his Tibetan Verb Lexicon. With a clear and approachable style, this manual is designed to benefit all students of Classical Tibetan, making it an invaluable tool for understanding and engaging with these traditional texts.

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Learning Classical Tibetan, Paul G. Hackett

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Pubblicato
2019
Rilegatura
(Copertina rigida)
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Titolo
Learning Classical Tibetan
Sottotitolo
A Reader for Translating Buddhist Texts
Lingua
Inglese
Editore
Snow Lion
Pubblicato
2019
Formato
Copertina rigida
Pagine
664
ISBN10
1559394560
ISBN13
9781559394567
Serie
Descrizione
This modern and accessible reader is designed for studying Classical Tibetan Buddhist texts, suitable for both classroom use and independent study. It serves as a comprehensive manual for navigating Tibetan Buddhist literature, drawing on a traditional monastic curriculum. Utilizing up-to-date teaching methods, students learn grammar, vocabulary, syntax, and style while engaging with Buddhist philosophical works. Each chapter features a contextual introduction, a Tibetan text with annotations that progressively explain grammar, cultural notes, translation hints, and insights into the Sanskrit origins of Tibetan expressions. A literal translation of the text is also provided. Additionally, the reader includes study plans, discussions on dictionaries and resources, a glossary of English grammatical terms, and more. This resource can be used alongside Paul Hackett’s expanded edition of his Tibetan Verb Lexicon. With a clear and approachable style, this manual is designed to benefit all students of Classical Tibetan, making it an invaluable tool for understanding and engaging with these traditional texts.