Preface
Introduction
1. Buddhism Is Not a Religion
2. Buddhism Is Singular
3. The Buddha Was an Ordinary, Historical Man
4. Buddhism Is Rational and Scientific
5. Buddhism Is Psychology
6. Buddhism Is a Pacifist Tradition
7. Zen Buddhism Is the Essence of Japanese Culture
8. The Dalai Lama Is the Pope of Buddhism
Bibliography
Index
One of the world's most popular religions, Buddhism is also one of the most misunderstood. This reference overviews misconceptions related to Buddhism and reveals the truths behind the myths.
Geoffrey C. Goble is assistant professor of religious studies at the University of Oklahoma. He was a postdoctoral fellow in East Asian religion at Washington University in St. Louis and taught at DePauw University and Indiana University.
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