The Dawn of Chinese Pure Land Buddhist Doctrine

Author: Kenneth K Tanaka
Publisher: Sri Satguru Publications
Year: 1995
Language: English
Pages: 304
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8170304466

Description

This volume traces the development of Buddhism beyond the shores of India.

Contents

PREFACE

ABBREVIATION AND CONVENTIONS

INTRODUCTION: CHALLENGE TO ORTHODOXY

PART I
1. Pure Land Buddhist Development in India and China Prior to Hui-yuan
2. Hui-yuan’s Plaace in the Buddhism of North China
3. Textual Background of the Commentary
4. Treatment of the Kuan-ching
5. Rebirth: Causes and Ranking
6. Impact on the Shan-tao Commentary
7. Conclusion

Part II: Translation of the Commentary
General Notes and Synopsis of the Kuan-ching
The Commentary on the Sutra of Visualization on the Buddha of Immeasurable life by Sramana Huiiyuan

APPENDIX

NOTES

GLOSSARY

BIBLIOGRAPHY

INDEX