Author: Choompolpaisal, Phibul
Source: Contemporary Buddhism, Volume 9, Number 1, May 2008 , pp. 7-51(45)
Publisher: Routledge, part of the Taylor & Francis Group
Abstract:
The present article assesses the substantial impact of Weber's sociology upon studies of Theravada Buddhism. In doing so, it reviews several important works on Theravada Buddhism with a view to analysing the use, influence and implications of Weber's sociology in Buddhist studies. After providing a broad overview of this influence in Theravada studies the discussion culminates with a more detailed discussion of the impact of Weber's sociology on the study and representation of Thai Buddhism.Document Type: Research article
DOI: 10.1080/14639940802312600
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