Buddhist Women Across Culture-Realization

Book Title: Buddhist Women Across Cultures

Author: Karma Lekshe Tsomo

Publisher: Sri Satguru Publications

Language: English

Edition: 2000

ISBN: 9788170306603

Pages: 333

Cover: Hardcover

Dimensions: 23 cm x 15 cm

Weight: 480 gm

About the Book:

• Important Topic: Discusses women and feminist interpretation in Buddhist studies, highlighting the growing subfield of women, sexuality, and gender within Buddhism.

• Cross-Cultural Perspective: Scholars and practitioners from various Buddhist cultures analyze the status and experiences of women in Buddhist societies.

• Feminist Interpretation: Examines feminist perspectives on Buddhist tenets and women’s relationship to Buddhist institutions.

• Buddhist Feminist Identity: Explores the struggle for religious equality in Asian Buddhist cultures and the creation of Buddhist feminist identity across national and ethnic boundaries.

• Western Influence: The book discusses how Buddhism has gained attention in the West and its effect on Buddhist feminist movements.

• Timely Contribution: The book offers a comprehensive and inclusive view, contributing significantly to understanding women and religion in both Western and non-Western cultures.

About the Author:

• Karma Lekshe Tsomo: An instructor of Buddhism at Chaminade University and a Degree Fellow at the East-West Center.

• Other Works: Author of Sisters in Solitude: Two Traditions of Buddhist Monastic Ethics for Women and Living and Dying in Buddhist Cultures (with David W. Chappell).

Preface:

• Inception: The creation of the book spans many years, initiated by Ayya Khema, Chatsumarn Kabilsingh, and the author in 1986.

• Global Effort: The book represents the dedication of women and men from many cultures and the efforts of the Sakyadhita conferences across Asia.

• Editorial Contributions: Grateful acknowledgment of various contributors and editors who helped compile the diverse collection of ideas.

• Research and Inspiration: The author expresses gratitude for the pioneering scholarship on Vinaya and full ordination for Buddhist women, as well as the support of many spiritual sisters.