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Routledge Science and Development in Thai and South Asian Buddhism

Name: Science and Development in Thai and South Asian Buddhism
Brand: Routledge
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This Routledge Contemporary Southeast Asia Series volume explores the intersection of Buddhist monasticism, education, and social development across Thailand and South Asia. The work examines how becoming a Buddhist monk has traditionally served as a pathway to education and social advancement for rural youths and urban elites alike, whilst also addressing evolving opportunities for women within Buddhist communities. The book investigates the role of well-educated, motivated Buddhist religious practitioners in engaging with contemporary scientific and developmental challenges, offering insights into how Buddhist institutions contribute to education, social mobility, and regional development. This academic reference combines historical context with modern perspectives on religion's relationship to science, development, and social progress in Southeast Asian and South Asian societies.

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Routledge Contemporary Southeast Asia Series publication offering scholarly analysis of Buddhism's role in education and social advancement throughout Thailand and South Asia.

Examines Buddhist monasticism as a historical pathway for education and social mobility among rural and urban populations in Southeast Asian regions.

Addresses the evolving status of women in Thai Buddhism and contemporary developments that create opportunities beyond traditional monastic roles.

Explores the engagement of educated Buddhist practitioners with science, development initiatives, and modern societal challenges across South and Southeast Asia.

Provides academic reference material for researchers, students, and scholars studying religion, development, education, and society in Buddhist-majority regions.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0367145855
Category: Books > Subjects > Reference
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 02 December 2019
Listed Since: 19 July 2019

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