Thai Buddha Statute
Centuries old Buddha statute, Koh Kret, Thailand
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Searching the the Library Search Catalog using simple keyword search terms, such as Buddhism, or the Buddha, is not an entirely bad idea at the start. However, you may find it more efficient and productive to refine your approach by using specific Library of Congress Subject Headings. For example:
Buddhism and the various branches or traditions:
- Buddhism
- Theravada Buddhism
- Mahayana Buddhism
- Hinayana Buddhism
- Tantric Buddhism (Vajrayāna)
- Zen Buddhism
Teachings & core beliefs
- Gautama Buddha
- Gautama Buddha--Teachings
- Buddhism--Doctrines
- Buddhist philosophy
- Dharma
- Reincarnation--Buddhism
- Buddhist gods
Buddhism by country
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