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Academic catalog 2014-2015
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The development of Buddhist repentance in early medieval China
This dissertation examines the development and legitimation of repentance rituals within the initial formative period of Chinese Buddhism in the early... -
Guanyin unveiled
My study of the mythology surrounding Guanyin through the engagement of historical records led me to the conclusion that the relationship between ... -
Tonglen meditation's effects on compassion in novice meditators
This study, as well as the initial pilot study, are the first known, stand-alone, empirical studies of the Tibetan Buddhist tonglen meditation ... -
The journeys of Siddhartha Gautama and Jesus of Nazareth : examples of the mythic hero's quest
Siddhartha Gautama and Jesus of Nazareth are two religious figures that have had a substantial impact on human culture. This dissertation investigates... -
Doctrinal analysis of the origin and evolution of the Thai Kammaṭṭh̄ana tradition with a special reference to the present Kammaṭṭh̄ana Ajahns
The Thai Forest Tradition has a long history in Thailand. This style of forest meditation practice is purportedly based on the teachings of the Buddha... -
The garudhammas : did the Buddha preach the eight respectful precepts?
This thesis examines the garudhammas and their continuing relevance on gender relations within Buddhist monastic orders, namely the prohibition on ...