The Lotus Sūtra: A Biography
Donald S. Lopez • Princeton University Press • ISBN-13 978‑0691152202
The Lotus Sūtra: A Biography
Donald S. Lopez • Princeton University Press
ISBN-10: 0691152209 · ISBN-13: 978‑0691152202 · 2016
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Donald Lopez provides a comprehensive cultural and historical examination of the Lotus Sūtra, tracing its evolution from an influential Indian scripture to a foundational text in East Asian Buddhism. By analyzing its transmission, translation, and interpretation across centuries, the work illuminates how this single document shaped the religious landscape and artistic traditions of diverse civilizations.
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