Diamond Sutra: A Modern Reading

Author: Dongfang Qiao
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Publish Date: 2002-11-01
Features: After Buddhism was introduced to China, various scriptures were translated into Chinese time and again. However, due to their profound content or extensive volume, most were not widely popular. Instead, simplified, compact versions of the Prajnaparamita Sutras, such as the Diamond Sutra and the Heart Sutra, were more favored by both monks and laypeople. These texts, with their concise wording and vivid metaphors, elegantly express the Buddhist idea that all things in the world are illusory and should not be clung to or cherished. This book, through a combination of historical narratives, summaries of key scriptural points, and explanations of terminology, provides readers with a popular and clear modern interpretation. It also includes a comprehensive reading and commentary on the Heart Sutra, enabling readers to gain a structured understanding of the fundamental concepts of Buddhist scriptures.