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UDC 24-9(078)

Vasilenko, V. V. History of Buddhism : a course of lectures / V. V. Vasilenko. — Mogilev : Mogilev State A. Kuleshov University, 2023. — 108 p.

ISBN 978-985-894-025-6

The issues of personality and life of the founder of Buddhism, formation and spread of the doctrine, its main provisions, as well as sources are considered. The characteristics of the main currents and schools in Buddhism and their distribution in the countries of South East and East Asia are presented. The publication can be used in the scientific and educational sphere, it will be useful for teachers, students doing religious studies, the history of religion, relevant religious special courses and elective courses.