Buch, Englisch, 86 Seiten, Format (B × H): 127 mm x 203 mm, Gewicht: 103 g
Buch, Englisch, 86 Seiten, Format (B × H): 127 mm x 203 mm, Gewicht: 103 g
ISBN: 978-1-316-61275-0
Verlag: Cambridge University Press
Originally published in 1922, this book presents a study regarding the life and work of the Jain monk Vijaya Dharma Suri. The text provides an insight into the life of its subject and Jainism as a whole. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Jainism and religious studies more generally.
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Prefatory note F. W. Thomas; 1. Introductory; 2. General considerations; 3. Birth and early years; 4. Renunciation; 5. Preparation for a great mission; 6. Commencement of a triumphal tour; 7. The Yashovijaya Jaina Pathashalaat at Benares; 8. The monk at the cour t of the Maharaja of Benares; 9. The Sanatana Dharma Mahasabha at Allahabad and the pilgrimage to the Jain Tirthas of Bihar; 9. Mission in Bengal; 11. Consecration of monks; 12. Shatravisharada Jainacharya; 13. The Jain Acharya and Western scholars; 14. Jainism, ancient and modern. Revival of Jain learning and culture - the end and the means; 15. The life of the monk and its lessons; 16. Vijaya Dharma Suri as a monk, a scholar and a preacher; 17. Literary activity and its results; 18. Conclusion - an ideal monk.
