This Student Book has been approved by AQA. This textbook offers a tried and trusted approach to cover the study of Buddhism, and thematic studies from the perspective of Buddhism. Each chapter sets clear objectives and topic summaries, helping students understand what they need to know. Case studies provide a real-life story or perspective, showing Buddhism as it is practised today, and offering contemporary ethical issues for debate. The book includes a range of activity types and study tips to develop understanding in the classroom or at home. There is also further assessment guidance throughout the book, offering revision checklists, practice questions and sample answer activities to support the new question types.

GCSE Religious Studies for AQA A: Buddhism

Religion & Spirituality

James, Kevin

Nagapriya

Religious Studies

OUP Oxford

Every Buddhist should read it —David Loy An excellent introduction —Stephen Batchelor Cogent, knowledgeable, and penetrating—Norman Fischer
Clarifies, examines and considers these two important but often misunderstood Buddhist doctrines. Offers an imaginative reading of what the teachings could mean for us now.

Exploring Karma & Rebirth

Buddhism

Windhorse Publications

"A very helpful introduction and overview of this complex, fascinating tradition."—David R. Loy, author of Money, Sex, War, KarmaHere is a rare overview of the second of the three great phases of Buddhism that blossomed across Asia, particularly in China, Korea, and Japan.In this detailed exploration of the development and expression of the Mahayana as a whole, Nagapriya introduces its themes and huge spectrum of practices, literature, and movements. He also illustrates the transformative beauty and compassion predominant in this magnificent tradition.Nagapriya lectures in Buddhist studies at Manchester University and specializes in Mahayana Buddhism. He has been practising Buddhism for over twenty years.

Visions of Mahayana Buddhism: Awakening the Universe to Wisdom and Compassion

Review\nFor Exploring Karma and Rebirth: 
“An excellent introduction to the complex and frequently misinterpreted Buddhist doctrines of karma and rebirth.” – Stephen Batchelor, author of Buddhism Without Beliefs\nFor Visions of Mahāyāna Buddhism: 
“A very helpful introduction and overview of this complex, fascinating tradition.” – David R Loy, author of Money, Sex, War, Karma\nAn accessible guide to the core teaching of Japanese Buddhist master, Shinran. 
Nagapriya brings alive for a contemporary audience the ‘Other Power’ teaching of Shinran, the thirteenth-century founder of Jōdo Shinshū, the most widely practised branch of Buddhism in Japan.

The Promise of a Sacred World: Shinran’s Teaching of Other Power

Politics & Social Sciences

Philosophy

The Buddhist Way is an introduction to the Buddhist philosophy which&nbsp;originated in India over 2,500 years ago before spreading to China, Southeast Asia and beyond. This straightforward and practical book outlines many Buddhist teachings and practices. It explains how Buddhist beliefs and thoughts evolved and changed the way we think. The Buddhist Way demonstrates how you can introduce this culture of wisdom, love and kindness into your lifestyle and everyday thinking.

The Buddhist Way: A Brief Introduction to Buddhism A Dharmachari of the Triratna Buddhist Order

New Holland Publishers