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When John Crook of Bristol Universtiy began research in the Zangskar valley of Ladakh in 1977 is prime intention was to investigate the social anthropology of the area through studies of village life.
In 1986 Crook returned to Ladakh with Tibetologist James Low to enquire fully into the social organization, history, Meditational practices and philosophy of the yogins who still lived and practiced in the remote parts of the area. This book is a record of the ...
This book contains extensive original data and syntheses on the following topics: Part 1: The natural environment: geology, geomorphological history, water resources, soils and climate; the human development of these resources in agriculture and animal husbandry; detailed household, family and village surveys. Part 2: Demography, work, health and nutrition. Part 3: History, social organisation and personal relationships. Part 4: Monastic life from its economic ...
Chan (Zen) originated in china in the sixth century as a current in Buddhism that emphasized the primary importance of meditation practice as the means to realize the awakening experienced by Buddha. Illuminating Silence is a thought provoking introduction to Chan through the teachings of the influential Master Sheng-yen. This is a rare opportunity to gain an insight into the practice of a Chinese Zen retreat and the ideas behind it. The book provides a full ...