The Chinese View Of Immortality

The Chinese View of Immortality: Its Expression by Chu Hsi and Its Relationship to Buddhist Thought is a book written by Derk Bodde that explores the concept of immortality in Chinese philosophy and its relationship with Buddhist thought. The book focuses on the writings of Chu Hsi, a prominent philosopher of the Song Dynasty, and his views on the subject of immortality. Bodde examines Chu Hsi's ideas on immortality as expressed in his writings, including his commentary on the Taoist classic, the Chuang Tzu, and his own philosophical treatises. He also explores the relationship between Chu Hsi's ideas and those of Buddhist thought, particularly the Pure Land and Chan schools. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Chinese view of immortality, including its historical development, its philosophical implications, and its relationship to other religious traditions. It also discusses the practical aspects of immortality, such as the cultivation of the body and mind, and the attainment of spiritual enlightenment. Overall, The Chinese View of Immortality is an insightful and informative book that sheds light on an important aspect of Chinese philosophy and religion. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Chinese studies, philosophy, and religion, as well as anyone interested in the concept of immortality and its cultural significance.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.