Synopsis This book begins by posing and answering the question: "What is Buddhism?" Later sections include: the beliefs and practices of the Mahayana and Theravada schools with particular emphasis on the four main Mahayana schools of Nichirin, Tibetan, Zen and Pure Land; the Four Noble Truths; the Buddhist Councils; rebirth; meditation; festivals; concepts of reality; and yoga. The book ends with a look at the state of Buddhism in the world today and discusses its current popularity.