Folk Elements in Burmese Buddhism
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Folk Elements in Burmese Buddhism is a scholarly study that explores how indigenous beliefs, rituals, and folk traditions have shaped and intertwined with the practice of Buddhism in Myanmar.
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Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
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Target entity: Folk Elements in Burmese Buddhism Context triple: [Maung Htin Aung, notableWork, Folk Elements in Burmese Buddhism]
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The Buddha and His Dhamma
The Buddha and His Dhamma is a seminal 1957 book by B. R. Ambedkar that presents a rationalist, socially engaged reinterpretation of Buddhism, especially focused on its relevance for the oppressed in modern India.
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Buddhist modernism
Buddhist modernism is a contemporary reinterpretation of Buddhist thought and practice that blends traditional teachings with modern values, such as individualism, social engagement, and compatibility with science and Western philosophy.
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Thai Forest Tradition
The Thai Forest Tradition is a monastic movement within Theravada Buddhism that emphasizes strict adherence to the Vinaya, intensive meditation practice, and living simply in forest seclusion to cultivate insight and liberation.
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Pure Land Buddhist temple architecture
Pure Land Buddhist temple architecture is a style of Japanese religious building design that creates idealized, paradise-like landscapes centered on Amida Buddha worship, often featuring grand halls and scenic garden ponds.
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The Religion of India: The Sociology of Hinduism and Buddhism
The Religion of India: The Sociology of Hinduism and Buddhism is a seminal sociological study by Max Weber that analyzes the religious and social structures of Hinduism and Buddhism and their impact on Indian society and economic development.
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- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
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Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Folk Elements in Burmese Buddhism Target entity description: Folk Elements in Burmese Buddhism is a scholarly study that explores how indigenous beliefs, rituals, and folk traditions have shaped and intertwined with the practice of Buddhism in Myanmar.
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A.
The Buddha and His Dhamma
The Buddha and His Dhamma is a seminal 1957 book by B. R. Ambedkar that presents a rationalist, socially engaged reinterpretation of Buddhism, especially focused on its relevance for the oppressed in modern India.
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B.
Buddhist modernism
Buddhist modernism is a contemporary reinterpretation of Buddhist thought and practice that blends traditional teachings with modern values, such as individualism, social engagement, and compatibility with science and Western philosophy.
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C.
Thai Forest Tradition
The Thai Forest Tradition is a monastic movement within Theravada Buddhism that emphasizes strict adherence to the Vinaya, intensive meditation practice, and living simply in forest seclusion to cultivate insight and liberation.
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D.
Pure Land Buddhist temple architecture
Pure Land Buddhist temple architecture is a style of Japanese religious building design that creates idealized, paradise-like landscapes centered on Amida Buddha worship, often featuring grand halls and scenic garden ponds.
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E.
The Religion of India: The Sociology of Hinduism and Buddhism
The Religion of India: The Sociology of Hinduism and Buddhism is a seminal sociological study by Max Weber that analyzes the religious and social structures of Hinduism and Buddhism and their impact on Indian society and economic development.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (41)
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| instanceOf |
academic work
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religious studies book ⓘ scholarly study ⓘ |
| about |
cultural history of Burmese Buddhism
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folk interpretations of karma and merit in Burma ⓘ indigenous cosmologies in Burmese religious life ⓘ interaction between monks and layfolk in ritual contexts ⓘ local festivals associated with Buddhist sites in Myanmar ⓘ religion in Myanmar ⓘ ritual practices at the village level in Myanmar ⓘ |
| aimsTo |
document local religious customs in Myanmar
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show how folk elements shape Burmese Buddhist identity ⓘ |
| analyzes |
historical development of Burmese Buddhist folk practices
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relationship between official Buddhism and popular religion ⓘ tension between orthodox doctrine and folk practice ⓘ |
| describes |
local interpretations of Buddhist doctrine
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regional variations in Burmese Buddhist practice ⓘ ways laypeople practice Buddhism in Myanmar ⓘ |
| examines |
continuity of indigenous traditions under Buddhist framework
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everyday religious life of Burmese Buddhists ⓘ integration of pre-Buddhist practices into Burmese Buddhism ⓘ interaction between Theravada Buddhism and local spirit cults ⓘ popular religious practices in Myanmar ⓘ role of ritual in Burmese Buddhism ⓘ |
| field |
Buddhist studies
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Southeast Asian studies ⓘ anthropology of religion ⓘ religious studies ⓘ |
| focusesOn |
folk rituals in Burmese society
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folk traditions in Burmese Buddhism ⓘ indigenous beliefs in Myanmar ⓘ |
| intendedAudience |
anthropologists of religion
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researchers in religious studies ⓘ students of Southeast Asian religions ⓘ |
| language | English ⓘ |
| mainTopic |
Burmese Buddhism
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folk religion in Myanmar ⓘ syncretism between Buddhism and indigenous beliefs ⓘ |
| perspective | scholarly ⓘ |
| setIn |
Burma
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linked to:
Myanmar
Myanmar ⓘ |
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