種種雜呪經
Sutra of Various Mantras
周宇文氏天竺三藏闍那崛多譯
Translated by the Indian Tripitaka Master Jñānagupta of the Northern Zhou Dynasty.
Various Dhāraṇīs Sutra (種種雜呪經)
About 種種雜呪經
Northern Zhou · Source text translated by 闍那崛多
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The *Sutra of Various Miscellaneous Dhāraṇīs* was translated during the Northern Zhou dynasty by the Indian Tripiṭaka Master Jñānagupta. It is an early compilation of esoteric Buddhist mantras. This sutra contains numerous dhāraṇīs for averting calamities, healing illnesses, protection, and seeking blessings, reflecting the initial transmission of Buddhist esoteric incantations into China. Its content emphasizes practical application, encompassing various mantras for daily life and spiritual practice, imbued with strong folk-religious characteristics. As an important early canonical text within the Chinese-translated esoteric corpus, it provides valuable material for studying the development of Chinese esoteric Buddhism and the belief in mantras, holding a pivotal historical position in the lineage of Buddhist incantation literature.
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AI translation for reference only — not authoritative, not a statement of final truth. Awakening of the Dharma requires personal practice.