About 大智度論疏
by 南北朝 慧影抄撰
160,352 · about 535 min
The Commentary on the Mahāprajñāpāramitā Śāstra was compiled by the Chinese Buddhist scholar-monk Huiying during the Northern and Southern Dynasties period. It serves as a commentary on the Mahāprajñāpāramitā Śāstra, originally composed by the Indian bodhisattva Nāgārjuna. Completed during the flourishing era of Buddhist studies in the Northern and Southern Dynasties, this work systematically elucidates the Prajñā (wisdom) doctrine of emptiness, the stages of bodhisattva practice, and the philosophy of true reality as presented in the Mahāprajñāpāramitā Śāstra, while integrating perspectives from early Chinese Buddhist schools. Its content combines scriptural exegesis with practical guidance, reflecting the scholarly achievements of Buddhist doctrinal studies during that period. As one of the important ancient commentaries in Chinese Buddhism, it provides a crucial bridge for later generations to understand the Mahāprajñāpāramitā Śāstra, particularly influencing the doctrinal development of the Three Treatise School (Sanlun) and the Tiantai School. It holds significant academic and historical value as a work that connects past teachings with future developments.