{"product_id":"gompas-in-traditional-tibetan-society","title":"Gompas in Traditional Tibetan Society","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rajesh, M. N.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: Decent Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages\u003c\/strong\u003e: 238\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 01-09-2002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: Map, Glossary, Appendix, Bibliography, I\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: Map, Glossary, Appendix, Bibliography, I\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEAN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9788186921210\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8.7 x 5.5 x 1.0 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguages\u003c\/strong\u003e: English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eThe importance of the \u003cem\u003egompa\u003c\/em\u003e or Buddhist monastery in Tibetan history is crucial, as it served as an institution that preserved and propagated Buddhism through its multifaceted roles. Dr. M.N. Rajesh, a scholar in religious studies, examines Tibetan \u003cem\u003egompas\u003c\/em\u003e in depth, focusing on their organizational and functional aspects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book begins by exploring the Indian origins of the \u003cem\u003egompas\u003c\/em\u003e, particularly the mahāvihāras, as their prototypes. It then transitions into the unique contextualization of \u003cem\u003egompas\u003c\/em\u003e in Tibet, examining their relationship with the larger societal structure. Drawing from numerous old works and rare manuscripts, Rajesh provides an in-depth analysis of the workings of monasteries, including their hierarchy, rules, rituals, the role of lamas, the office of the abbot, and the recruitment and initiation of novices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe study also highlights the significant contributions of the \u003cem\u003egompas\u003c\/em\u003e in various fields such as socio-economic development, political stability, and the promotion of Indic studies, including astronomy, astrology, medicine, education, art, and architecture. With a comprehensive index, glossary of Indic terms, and a detailed bibliography, this book serves as an invaluable reference for scholars and researchers in Buddhist studies and those interested in Tibetan history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"D.K. Printworld Pvt. Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49626915045680,"sku":"DKPrintWorld_9788186921210","price":360.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/d-k-printworld-pvt-ltd-book-default-title-gompas-in-traditional-tibetan-society-40439117316400.jpg?v=1775969252","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/gompas-in-traditional-tibetan-society","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}