Avataṃsaka Sūtra Biographies (華嚴經傳記)

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Tang · by 法藏集

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The Record of the Transmission of the Avataṃsaka Sūtra was compiled by the eminent Tang dynasty monk Fazang. It is a Buddhist text that records the translation, transmission, commentaries, and the deeds of figures related to the Avataṃsaka Sūtra. Fazang was a key patriarch of the Huayan school. The work was completed during the High Tang period, reflecting the flourishing and dissemination of Huayan thought at that time. Its contents encompass the process of the Chinese translation of the Avataṃsaka Sūtra, the biographies and spiritual accomplishments of its propagators throughout history, and elucidate the essential meanings of the scripture. This text is not only a crucial document for studying the history and doctrines of the Huayan school but also key material for understanding the development of Buddhism during the Tang dynasty. It holds significant value in the fields of Buddhist historiography and intellectual history, providing later scholars with precious historical evidence.