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For anyone interested in what happens after death, this is a definitive guide to the concept of rebirth, or reincarnation, in Buddhism.
Reincarnation has been a popular belief in cultures throughout the world for many millennia. The possibility that we lived before and may be born again, whether as a human or in some other form of existence, continues to fascinate us and features heavily in popular novels and movies, and also as a subject of recent scholarly studies. Although Buddhism is one of the religious traditions best known for asserting rebirth, the history and scope of Buddhist approaches to the idea has not received comprehensive treatment—until now.
This first-ever guide to ideas and practices surrounding rebirth in Buddhism covers the historical context for the Buddha’s teachings on the topic, explains what Buddhists believe is actually reborn and where, surveys rebirth-related practices in multiple Buddhist cultures, and considers whether all Buddhist traditions agree about what happens after death. The book also addresses interpretations of rebirth in modern Buddhist contexts and recent scientific attempts to document reincarnation in conversation with Buddhist beliefs It is, in short, the first truly comprehensive overview of rebirth across the major Buddhist traditions, written by a leading scholar and teacher of Buddhism.
Publisher : Shambhala (March 22, 2022)
Language : English
Paperback : 352 pages
ISBN-10 : 1611809029
ISBN-13 : 978-1611809022
Item Weight : 1.15 pounds
Dimensions : 6.01 x 1.03 x 8.96 inches
Reviewer: Lightrail
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Excellent explanations of the views of various Buddhist thoughts
Review: One of the topics in Buddhism that isnât discussed much is rebirth (especially in the West, where itâs more often called reincarnation). In this book, the author (a Professor Emeritus of Asian Studies and 50 years of practice) gives a thorough perspective, both historically and from various Buddhist schools of thought. He gives the theology and metaphysical thoughts, and their relationship with karma (which is also often misunderstood). To his credit he does so with an objective view, giving various points of discussion on both sides, those who accept or donât accept the idea of rebirth. Well presented, thoroughly researched, and documented (the notes section is 20 pages).That said, if you donât know much about Buddhism, this book would not be a good starting point. A reader without any concepts of the 4 noble truths, eightfold path, and key precepts of Buddhism is likely to get lost. Before wading into this scholarly work a good âBuddhism for Beginnersâ would be in order. Judith Yandell and Michael Williams both have good introductions to Buddhism books out in print.
Reviewer: Ceri D Seel
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I feel genuine gratitude to Jackson for so thoroughly exploring these topics with real intellectual honesty. I also really appreciated his description of his own âas ifâ position, which I think can be the only truly honest position to take as a modern person participating in Buddhist practice and ritual.
Reviewer: Kerry Millard
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Reading just for my own benefit/understanding but a bit intense, need to really concentrate to get a good understanding