Charles Colcock Jones Jr. Knihy

Pure Land Buddhism has more adherents than any other Buddhist tradition yet remains poorly understood in the West. This is the case despite Pure Land teachings being well integrated throughout history with Chan and its Japanese counterpart Zen, as well as embedded in Tibetan Buddhist practice. Centered on faith, devotion, and prayer to Buddha Amitābha, Pure Land constitutes its own tradition that continues to grow in popularity throughout the world.This concise introduction presents at last a complete and accessible guide to Pure Land thought and practice that will surprise and delight readers in its richness and scope. The author traces its history beginning from its development in India through China and Japan up to the present day. This overview goes on to cover the core principles of Pure Land centered on the belief that prayer and contemplation on Buddha Amitābha can lead to rebirth in a realm free from suffering that is ideal for progress on the path to enlightenment.

The second edition of this Very Short Introduction focuses on the challenges facing American presidents in meeting the high expectations of the position in a separation of powers system.

The expansion of executive powers in the war on terrorism has placed the presidency at the forefront of public debate. In this concise guide, Charles O. Jones offers essential background on the office of the chief executive. The survey reveals surprising insights, such as the Founders' choice of the term "president" to imply a light touch rather than a ruling authority. Initially, the Constitutional Convention envisioned a weak chief executive elected by Congress for a single seven-year term, which later evolved into independent elections and a clear separation of powers. Jones highlights how assertive leaders like Andrew Jackson, Theodore Roosevelt, and FDR strengthened presidential power, influenced by factors such as philosophy, historical legacies, congressional relations, and external events. He also discusses the rise of federal power and the growth of federal agencies, illustrating the president's role in this extensive bureaucracy. Additionally, he traces the evolution of the presidential selection process, from deadlocked conventions to the prominence of primaries post-World War II. Jones notes that over 200 years, the presidency has transformed from a singular figure to a complex enterprise involving many. He explores this remarkable evolution and its potential future trajectory.

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