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Author: Nan Huaijin
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Publish Date: 2002-06-01
Features: The Sutra of the Master of Medicine Buddha is an important scripture revered by both the (exoteric) and (esoteric) schools of Chinese Buddhism, exerting a wide influence in the history of Buddhism. There are three translations of this scripture: the first is the Sutra of the Originale Vows of the Master of Medicine Buddha translated by Dharma Master Dashmotuo during the Sui Dynasty, the second is the Sutra of the Merits and Vows of the Crystal Light of the Master of Medicine Buddha translated by Xuanzang during the Tang Dynasty, and the third is the Sutra of the Merits and Vows of the Seven Buddhas of the Crystal Light of the Master of Medicine Buddha translated by Yijing during the Tang Dynasty. The Sutra of the Master of Medicine Buddha commonly referred to generally refers to Xuanzang’s translation. The scripture primarily discusses the "Twelve Great Vows" of the Master of Medicine Buddha for the benefit of all sentient beings. This book is a lecture record by the renowned Taiwanese scholar, Nan Huaijin, on the Sutra of the Master of Medicine Buddha. The author connects personal experiences and the complexities of the world to provide an in-depth and nuanced elaboration on the Buddhist principle of helping society and benefiting the people. With the authorization of the author and the original publishing house, the Taiwan Lao Gu Cultural Enterprise Company, the revised version (the 2001 edition) is published here for research purposes.