Golden and Womb Realms Lineage Transmission (金胎兩界師資相承)

About 金胎兩界師資相承

Tang · by 海雲集

480 · about 2 min

The *Haiyun Collection*, fully titled *The Transmission Lineages of the Golden and Womb Realms*, was compiled by the Tang Dynasty esoteric master Haiyun. This text systematically records the transmission lineages of the two major esoteric traditions: the Vajradhatu (Diamond Realm) and the Garbhadhatu (Womb Realm). It details the transmission processes and essential teachings imparted by patriarchs such as Śubhakarasiṃha, Vajrabodhi, and Amoghavajra. Compiled during the peak of Tang Dynasty esoteric Buddhism, this work is a core document for studying the lineage transmissions and doctrinal development of Chinese esoteric Buddhism. It is regarded as an authoritative historical source for the Tang esoteric tradition and has had a profound influence on later esoteric studies and practice, holding a significant position in Buddhist history.