Search for dissertations about: "Burmese Buddhism"
Found 2 swedish dissertations containing the words Burmese Buddhism.
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1. The Buddhist World Emperor's Mission : Millenarian Buddhism in Postcolonial Burma
Abstract : In early postcolonial Burma, a number of so-called royal esoteric associations with a millenarian and eschatological orientation, and founded by persons believed to be the world emperor, emerged in response to political turmoil, nation-building projects, modernization, and after-effects of colonialism. These Theravāda Buddhist esoteric congregations, revivalist and innovative at the same time, were indicative of a general crisis of authority and identity. READ MORE
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2. Religion and politics among the Chin people in Burma (1896-1949)
Abstract : In many Asian countries today, there are potential conflicts between the majority religionand culture and ethnic minorities who practice another religion or religions. Problems areeasily aggravated if the government applies a confessional policy on religion, which favorsthe majority religion, while minority religions are marginalized or even suppressed. READ MORE