Buddhist Common Knowledge Answered (Illustrated Edition)

Author: Zhao Puchu
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Publish Date: 2005-12-23
Features: A Buddhist classic achieved by Zhao Puchu, the great protector of Buddhism, through "making a mountain out of a molehill." It has been published in China for decades and has been translated into multiple languages, including Japanese, English, and Korean, becoming a bestseller both domestically and internationally. A popular and accessible introduction to Buddhist knowledge, it is the preferred entry book for understanding Buddhist culture. Zhao Puchu was a renowned poet and calligrapher, having written a vast amount of poetry, lyrics, and quatrains throughout his life. At the same time, he was also a great protector of Buddhism and a celebrated Buddhist master worldwide. The author initially wrote this book simply to provide people with a convenient way to learn about Buddhism, not to write a specialized Buddhist treatise. Yet, this small book proved the author to be a distinguished Buddhist scholar. Since its first publication in 1988, the book has been printed in hundreds of thousands of copies domestically and has multiple versions in Japanese, English, and Korean. The Common Questions About Buddhism has rightfully become a classic Buddhist work. As Zhao Puchu himself said, it was a book "made a mountain out of a molehill." In the book, the author explains the profound doctrines of Buddhism in simple and accessible language, making it easy to understand and deeply engaging. It is an excellent introductory book for those new to Buddhist studies and Buddhist culture. Additionally, the book includes over 140 exquisite illustrations that complement the text perfectly, enhancing the reading experience and making it worth careful reflection and permanent preservation. The author explains the profound doctrines of Buddhism in simple and accessible language, divided into five chapters: The Founding of the Buddha and Buddhism, The Basic Content of Buddhist Teachings and Buddhist Scriptures, Buddhist Monks and the Disciples of the Buddha, The Development, Decline, and Revival of Buddhism in India, and The Spread, Development, and Evolution of Buddhism in China.