Ming · by 袾宏輯
22,449 · about 75 min
The Collected Records of Eminent Monks of the Ming Dynasty, compiled by the eminent monk Yunqi Zhuhong of the Ming Dynasty, is an important document for the study of Ming Buddhism. Compiled during the late Ming period, this work includes biographies, recorded sayings, and accounts of the deeds of numerous renowned monks of the time, encompassing the teachings of various schools such as Chan and Pure Land, reflecting the trends of integration and development within Ming Buddhism. As the Eighth Patriarch of the Pure Land school, Zhuhong's compilation embodies the emphasis on and transmission of exemplary models within the monastic community. This collection not only preserves valuable historical materials but also illuminates the cultivation and Dharma-propagating spirit of Ming Dynasty monks. Holding a pivotal position in Chinese Buddhist history that connects the past with the future, it provides essential source material for scholars studying the forms of Ming Buddhism and the noble character of its eminent monks.