Essays about: "Stuart Hughes"

Found 2 essays containing the words Stuart Hughes.

  1. 1. The Life Stories of Padmasambhava and their Significance for Tibetan Buddhists

    University essay from Avdelningen för kultur-, religions- och utbildningsvetenskap

    Author : Stuart Hughes; [2013]
    Keywords : Padmasambhava; Tibetan Buddhism; biographies; Terma-treasure; Tibetan identity;

    Abstract : This works seeks to examine a small selection of biographies of Padmasambhava, the figure who introduced and spread the Buddhist teachings in Tibet during the eighth century. These writings appear to have a function that goes beyond merely recounting the details of Padmasambhava’s life and works. READ MORE

  3. 2. Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection and Mindfulness in Buddhism : A comparison between the teachings and practices of Brother Lawrence and Ajahn Sumedho

    University essay from Avdelningen för kultur-, religions- och utbildningsvetenskap

    Author : Stuart Hughes; [2012]
    Keywords : Brother Lawrence; Ajahn Sumedho; comparative religion; Christianity; Buddhism; mysticism.;

    Abstract : This work will explore some of the possible relationships between the teachings and spiritual practices of two religious teachers – Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection and Ajahn Sumedho. Brother Lawrence was a Discalced Carmelite brother that lived in France during the 17th century. READ MORE