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Routledge Buddhist Rituals of Death and Rebirth - Sri Lankan Practice

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This scholarly work by Rita Langer examines death rituals within the Theravada Buddhist tradition of Sri Lanka, offering comprehensive analysis of both contemporary practices and their ancient origins. The book investigates the unique relationship between Buddhist monks and lay practitioners during death rituals, the only major life cycle ceremony where Theravada monks actively participate. Drawing on early Vedic sutras and Pali texts, Langer explores how these sacred practices have evolved whilst remaining rooted in foundational Buddhist philosophy. Essential reading for students of Buddhist studies, religious anthropology, and those seeking to understand how death and rebirth concepts shape Theravada Buddhist communities. Published by Routledge as part of their Critical Studies in Buddhism series, this text combines historical scholarship with contemporary ethnographic insight into Sri Lankan Buddhist culture and belief systems.

Key Features

Analyses Theravada Buddhist death rituals in Sri Lanka, examining both their historical roots and modern practice within contemporary communities.

Explores the distinctive role of Buddhist monks in death rituals, the primary life cycle ceremony where Theravada monks engage actively with lay practitioners.

Draws on authentic sources including early Vedic sutras and Pali texts to trace the ancient philosophical origins of death and rebirth concepts.

Investigates the social dynamics between monks and lay Buddhists through the lens of death ritual practice and ceremonial participation.

Published by Routledge as part of the Critical Studies in Buddhism series for academic study of Buddhist philosophy and practice.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
16 July 2007
Listed Since
29 January 2007

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