The Symbolism of the Stupa
The Symbolism of the Stupa

Author: Adrian Snodgrass

Publisher: Cornell University Press

Published: 2018-05-31

Total Pages: 478

ISBN-13: 1501718967

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A close analysis of the architecture of the stupa—a Buddhist symbolic form that is found throughout South, Southeast, and East Asia. The author, who trained as an architect, examines both the physical and metaphysical levels of these buildings, which derive their meaning and significance from Buddhist and Brahmanist influences.

The Symbolism of the Stupa
The Symbolism of the Stupa

Author: Adrian Snodgrass

Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publishe

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 488

ISBN-13: 9788120807815

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In his preface to The Symbolism of the Stupa Prof. Craig Reynolds writes "The stupa is a symbolic form that pullulates throghout south southeast and East Asia. In its Indian manifestations it is an extreme case in terms of architectural function: it has no usable has a basic simplicity. In this state of the art studt Adrian Snodrass reads the stupa as a cultural artifact. The mounment concretizes metaphysical principles and generates multivalent meanings in ways that can be articulated with lite

Evolving Mind
Evolving Mind

Author: Robin Cooper

Publisher: Windhorse Publications

Published: 2013-10-23

Total Pages: 329

ISBN-13: 1909314331

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A study of the evolution of consciousness from the simplest organism, through the self-aware human being, to enlightenment. Viewing recent theories from a Buddhist standpoint, the book sees evolution as a process of perpetual self-transcendence.

Creative Symbols of Tantric Buddhism
Creative Symbols of Tantric Buddhism

Author: Sangharakshita

Publisher: Windhorse Publications

Published: 2013-10-23

Total Pages: 268

ISBN-13: 1909314269

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Tantric Buddhism is concerned with the direct experience of who we are and what we can become. Its sole aim is to help us realize our potential for profound wisdom and unbounded compassion by transforming the energy locked in by old habits, fears and narrow views. For the Tantra this experience is beyond words and thought. But it can be evoked with the help of symbols. Without the help of a reliable guide one could easily get lost or overwhelmed in this unfamiliar world of symbols. Sangharakshita is such a guide.

The Vision Thing
The Vision Thing

Author: Thomas Singer

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2014-01-14

Total Pages: 300

ISBN-13: 1317724798

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Contemporary politics goes on at a mythic level. This is the provocative argument put forward in this unique book which results from the collaboration of practising politicians, organisational and political consultants, scholars of mythology and culture, and Jungian analysts from several countries. The first part of the book focuses on leadership and vision, and features a reflection on myth and leadership by former U.S. Senator Bill Bradley. The second part deals with the way the theme of 'the one and the many' works itself out in politics today. From the perspective of 'the many', there are chapters on factionalism, ethnic strife, genocide and multiculturalism. From the perspective of 'the one', there are chapters on the economic myth and gender politics showing how these bring coherence to today's confused political scene, culminating in the suggestion that the modern political psyche is itself in the midst of a rite of passage. The relevance of the book to the practice and study of politics, mainstream and marginal, cannot be overemphasised and the book will provide stimulating reading for practitioners and students in these areas as well as for those engaged in psychological work such as therapy, counselling or analysis.