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The Cult of Emptiness. the Western Discovery of Buddhist Thought and the Invention of Oriental Philosophy
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The book explores the relatively unexamined topic of how Europeans discovered the diverse spiritual landscapes of the world, including various religions and philosophies. Unlike the well-documented voyages of explorers like Columbus, this work delves into the early interactions and understandings of spiritual traditions beyond Europe, highlighting the significance of these discoveries in shaping cultural and religious perspectives. It aims to shed light on a crucial yet overlooked aspect of European exploration.
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The Cult of Emptiness. the Western Discovery of Buddhist Thought and the Invention of Oriental Philosophy, Urs App
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- 2012
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- Title
- The Cult of Emptiness. the Western Discovery of Buddhist Thought and the Invention of Oriental Philosophy
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Urs App
- Publisher
- UniversityMedia
- Released
- 2012
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 304
- ISBN13
- 9783906000091
- Category
- Philosophy
- Description
- The book explores the relatively unexamined topic of how Europeans discovered the diverse spiritual landscapes of the world, including various religions and philosophies. Unlike the well-documented voyages of explorers like Columbus, this work delves into the early interactions and understandings of spiritual traditions beyond Europe, highlighting the significance of these discoveries in shaping cultural and religious perspectives. It aims to shed light on a crucial yet overlooked aspect of European exploration.