Buddhism in the West Flashcards
What are the origins of Buddhism in the west?
Written records indicating there was communication between Buddhist countries and the west in the second Century CE.
First significant developments took place during the time of empire- European countries colonised Buddhist countries which sparked a new interest in Buddhism
The adaptations of the vinaya rules?
Created to represent the middle way at a certain time and place
Vinaya rules are impractical for Buddhist communities in the west e.g rules against carrying money work in a Buddhist country where the laity recognise and support Buddhist monks and adaptations can be made for them. However for a Buddhist monk in Britain transport officials would not “let you off” the charge because you are a monk
