Of Beggars and Buddhas: The Politics of Humor in the Vessantara Jataka in Thailand

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Of Beggars and Buddhas: The Politics of Humor in the Vessantara Jataka in Thailand

The Buddhist jatakas recount the Buddhas lives in previous incarnations. In his penultimate incarnation he appears as the Prince Vessantara perfecting the virtue of generosity by giving away all his possessions. Taking an anthropological approach to this tale Katherine Bowie highlights local variations in its interpretations and performances.
  • Brand: University of Wisconsin Press
  • Category: Religion
  • Format: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Publication Date: 2024-02-25
  • Publisher / Label: University of Wisconsin Press
  • Author: Katherine A. Bowie
  • Number of Pages: 376
  • Fruugo ID: 434308825-911515895
  • ISBN: 9780299309541

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