Ming · by 王起隆輯著
9,506 · about 32 min
The *New and Unusual Records of the Diamond Sutra* is a commentary on Buddhist scriptures compiled and authored by Wang Qilong during the Ming Dynasty. Wang Qilong was a renowned Buddhist scholar of the late Ming and early Qing periods, well-versed in the teachings of Confucianism, Buddhism, and Daoism. Centered on the *Diamond Sutra*, this work gathers unique insights and commentaries from eminent monks and masters across generations, with a particular emphasis on elucidating the profound meanings of "emptiness" and "prajñā wisdom" within the sutra. The book not only includes traditional annotations but also contains many rare editions and distinctive interpretations, offering rich resources for the study of the *Diamond Sutra*. As an important Buddhist text from the Ming Dynasty, the *New and Unusual Records of the Diamond Sutra* holds a significant place in the history of Buddhist thought. It reflects the scholarly level of Buddhist studies at the time and provides valuable references for later generations in understanding the profound teachings of the *Diamond Sutra*. To this day, the work remains regarded by Buddhist scholars as an important document for the study of the *Diamond Sutra*.