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Buddhist Women and Social Justice: Ideals, Challenges, and Achievements
Contributor(s): Tsomo, Karma Lekshe (Editor)

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 ISBN: 0791462536     ISBN-13: 9780791462539
Publisher: State University of New York Press
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Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: October 2004
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Annotation: This book on engaged Buddhism focuses on women working for social justice in a wide range of Buddhist tradition and societies. Contributors document attempts to actualize Buddhism's liberating ideas of personal growth and social transformation. Dealing with issues such as human rights, gender-based violence, prostitution, and the role of Buddhist nuns, the work illuminates the possibilities for positive change that are available to those with limited power and resources. Integrating social realities and theoretical perspectives, the work utilizes feminist interpretations of Buddhist values and looks at culturally appropriate means of instigating change.

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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Buddhism - History
- Social Science | Women's Studies
Dewey: 294.308
LCCN: 2003070446
Series: Suny Series, Feminist Philosophy
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 6.02" W x 9.36" L (1.14 lbs) 286 pages
Themes:
- Religious Orientation - Buddhist
- Sex & Gender - Feminine
Features: Bibliography, Index
 
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This book on engaged Buddhism focuses on women working for social justice in a wide range of Buddhist traditions and societies. Contributors document attempts to actualize Buddhism's liberating ideals of personal growth and social transformation. Dealing with issues such as human rights, gender-based violence, prostitution, and the role of Buddhist nuns, the work illuminates the possibilities for positive change that are available to those with limited power and resources. Integrating social realities and theoretical perspectives, the work utilizes feminist interpretations of Buddhist values and looks at culturally appropriate means of instigating change.
 
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