xviii, 372 pages : 25 cm

"The Buddhist Experience in America explores how the world's fourth-largest religion came to America and flourished. This book provides an accessible introduction to the religion, as well as to how Buddhists follow their beliefs in the United States."

"Just as the teachings of Jesus gave birth to Orthodoxy, Catholicism, and hundreds of different Protestant sects, the teachings of the historical Buddha developed into many different traditions. The Buddhist Experience in America examines how these traditions are practiced. The book also includes a discussion of the historical Buddha and an examination of how contemporary Buddhism has responded to current issues and concerns. Appendices include a glossary, a "who's who" of Buddhism, a timeline, and a list of resources for further information."--Jacket

Includes bibliographical references (pages 325-365) and index

The Buddha and his teaching -- Theravada : the way of the elders -- Mahayana : the second turning of the wheel -- American Zen -- Tibetan Buddhism : the diamond vehicle -- Contemporary American Buddhism : the third turning of the wheel

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