Journey to the West: The Legend of Tang Sanzang's Quest for Buddhist Scriptures

Author: Yan Wanshi
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: The main significance of this book lies in the profound educational value of these Buddhist stories for the general public, especially for the younger generation. While Buddhism undoubtedly carries the of religion itself, the ideas it promotes—such as upholding goodness, suppressing evil, justice, loyalty, helping the poor and weak, and promoting peace and stability—are precisely the foundation upon which humanity desires to build a better society. This book is adapted from The Great Tang Records on the Western Regions and vividly recreates the arduous journey of Tang Sanzang westward to retrieve Buddhist scriptures. The author has selected 41 captivating legends collected by Tang Sanzang during his journey to India, blending Indian customs, folklore, and Buddhist stories into a truly worthy Journey to the West.