Buddhism in nepal, Nepalese Buddhism: 1 definition
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Source: academia.edu: History of Nepalese Buddhism: From Mythological Tradition to the Lichhavi PeriodThe history of Buddhism of Nepal is basically of two types—(1) mythological and (2) documentary. The mythological narration pertaining to Buddhism is also regarded as very important supporting evidence for the study of Nepalese Buddhism. Although such narration deals with mythology as well as stories of the deeds and miraculous powers of Buddhist deities and the devotees, it is deeply rooted in the practical aspect of Nepalese Buddhist culture.
(1) The mythological sources of Buddhism in Nepal include narratives such as Svayambhu Purana, chronicles such as Bhasavamsavali, Gopalraj Vamsavali and other Vamsavalis, stories and accounts of the miraculous activities of the deities, the followers and so forth. [...] The accounts given in the Svayambhu Purana and Bhasha Vamsavali give information on the early history of Buddhism in Nepal. The origin of Svayambhu or the Adi Buddha (the primordial Buddha) is not the origin of history itself but the creation of the mind through the belief pattern of Nepalese Buddhists, which received the respect of Buddhist laity to a greater extent.
(2) The inscriptions of the Lichhavis and the Mallas shed light on Buddhism in Nepal. The Licchavi inscriptions opine that Buddhism was in its full-fledged form during ancient time, and was favoured by the rulers. Many Kings favoured Buddhism and played an active role in its development. The inscription of Kings Mana Deva, Shiva Deva Narendra Deva, Jaya Deva and others provide important information about the Nepalese Buddhism of that period.
The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
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