Buddhist Fundamentalism and Minority Identities in Sri Lanka explores Sinhala-Buddhist fundamentalist ideology and its power to shape the identities of Sri Lank

"Buddhist Fundamentalism and Minority Identities in Sri Lanka" explores Sinhala-Buddhist fundamentalist ideology and its power to shape the identities of Sri La

This book provides both an erudite and intimate look at how Buddhism is lived in Sri Lanka. While India is known as the birthplace of Buddhism, Sri Lanka is its

Explores the ritual practice of Buddhist preaching.

Thai Buddhist monks wrap orange clerical robes around trees to protect forests. "Ordaining" a tree is a provocative ritual that has become the symbol of a small