The Diamond Sutra

Author : Hsuan Hua
Publisher : Buddhist Text Translation Society
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2013-09-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781601030238

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The Vajra Prajna Paramita Sutra by Hsuan Hua Pdf

(also known as the Vajracchedikā or Diamond Sutra) A highly readable translation of the Vajra Prajna Paramita Sutra as transmitted in the Chinese tradition, this brief text summarizes the teachings on emptiness of the Prajñāpāramitā, the perfection of wisdom. In this Sutra, the Buddha teaches his disciple Subhuti the subtle points of Buddhist philosophy on emptiness, the lack of true existence of anything—thoughts are illusions; life is a dream. Master Hua enriches the text by providing details and narratives, and he explains how to incorporate the concept of emptiness into our lives.

Author : Thich Nhat Hanh
Publisher : Parallax Press
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2006-09-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781935209447

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The Diamond That Cuts Through Illusion by Thich Nhat Hanh Pdf

The Diamond Sutra, a mainstay of the Mahayana tradition, has fascinated Buddhists for centuries because of its insights into dualism and illusion: the "diamond" can cut through any obstacle on the road to enlightenment. In the Diamond Sutra, the Buddha responds to a disciple's question about how to become a Buddha. The Diamond that Cuts Through Illusion presents a dialogue between the Buddha and his disciple, Subhuti, which illuminates how our minds construct limited categories of thought. The answer: we must move beyond personal enlightenment to follow the path of the Bodhisattvas, fully enlightened beings who postpone Nirvana in order to alleviate the suffering of others. It offers us alternative ways to look at the world in its wholeness so we can encounter a deeper reality; develop reverence for the environment and more harmonious communities, families, and relationships; and act in the world skillfully and effectively. This revised edition includes Thich Nhat Hanh’s translation of the Sutra from the Chinese and, in his commentaries, his own diamond sharp insight, including new work on the environmental implications of the Diamond Sutra. A beautiful edition of one of Buddhism's central texts.

Author : Osho
Publisher : Fivestar
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2023-06-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The Diamond Sutra by Osho Pdf

Before Buddha there were religions but never a pure religiousness. Man was not yet mature. With Buddha, humanity enters into a mature age. All human beings have not yet entered into that, that's true, but Buddha has heralded the path; Buddha has opened the gateless gate. It takes time for human beings to understand such a deep message. Buddha's message is the deepest ever. Nobody has done the work that Buddha has done, the way he has done. Nobody else represents pure fragrance. Other founders of religions, other enlightened people, have compromised with their audience. Buddha remains uncompromised, hence his purity. He does not care what you can understand, he cares only what the truth is. And he says it without being worried whether you understand it or not. In a way this looks hard; in another way this is great compassion.

Author : Frances Wood,Mark Barnard
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Buddhism
ISBN : 071235090X

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The Diamond Sutra by Frances Wood,Mark Barnard Pdf

Describes the book produced in AD 868 and found in 1907; describes the physical object and recent conservation work; places the sutra in the history of Chinese printing and paper making.

Author : Thomas Cleary
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1998-09-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780834825413

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The Sutra of Hui-neng, Grand Master of Zen by Thomas Cleary Pdf

Hui-neng (638–713) is perhaps the most beloved and respected figure in Zen Buddhism. An illiterate woodcutter who attained enlightenment in a flash, he became the Sixth Patriarch of Chinese Zen, and is regarded as the founder of the "Sudden Enlightenment" school. He is the supreme exemplar of the fact that neither education nor social background has any bearing on the attainment of enlightenment. This collection of his talks, also known as the Platform or Altar Sutra, is the only Zen record of its kind to be generally honored with the appellation sutra, or scripture. The Sutra of Hui-neng is here accompanied by Hui-neng's verse-by-verse commentary on the Diamond Sutra—in its very first published English translation ever.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2005-11-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780834826090

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The Diamond Sutra and The Sutra of Hui-neng by Anonim Pdf

Two classic Zen Buddhist texts that present the foundational teachings of the tradition—now collected in one volume for the modern practitioner The Diamond Sutra, composed in India in the fourth century CE, is one of the most treasured works of Buddhist literature and is the oldest existing printed book in the world. It is known as the Diamond Sutra because its teachings are said to be like diamonds that cut away all dualistic thought, releasing one from the attachment to objects and bringing one to the further shore of enlightenment. The format of this important sutra is presented as a conversation between the Buddha and one of his disciples. The Sutra of Hui-neng, also known as the Platform Sutra, contains the autobiography of a pivotal figure in Zen history and some of the most profound passages of Zen literature. Hui-neng (638–713) was the sixth patriarch of Zen in China but is often regarded as the true father of the Zen tradition. He was a poor, illiterate woodcutter who is said to have attained enlightenment upon hearing a recitation of the Diamond Sutra. Together, these two scriptures present the central teaching of the Zen Buddhist tradition and are essential reading for all students of Buddhism.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Buddhism
ISBN : OCLC:1322339030

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Buddhist Wisdom Books, Containing the Diamond Sutra and the Heart Sutra by Anonim Pdf

Author : Yongyou,Yongyou Shi
Publisher : Buddha's Light Publishing
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781932293371

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The Diamond Sutra in Chinese Culture by Yongyou,Yongyou Shi Pdf

In The Diamond Sutra in Chinese Culture, Venerable Yong You examines the varied history of the Diamond Sutra and its profound effect upon Chinese Buddhism, as well as its wide-ranging impact on Chinese religion, culture, art, literature, folklore, and technology. Beginning from the introduction of the Diamond Sutra in China until the Song dynasty, Venerable Yong You delves deeply into the Dunhuang collections, comprised of the oldest Chinese Buddhist manuscripts in the world, to offer insightful new research and a compelling perspective on the influence of this very important text.

Author : William Gemmell
Publisher : Franklin Classics Trade Press
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-21
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0343938340

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The Diamond Sutra by William Gemmell Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Red Pine
Publisher : Catapult
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2021-09-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781640094949

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Three Zen Sutras by Red Pine Pdf

A pocket-sized presentation of the 3 most venerated sutras of Zen Buddhism—the Heart Sutra, Diamond Sutra, and Platform Sutra—from a legendary practitioner and translator of Buddhist teachings Three classic Buddhist sutras, often linked to form a trio of texts that have been revered and studied for centuries, are now available together in this single volume. Red Pine, whose acclaimed translations these particular Buddhist texts are considered canon, provides a sensitive and assured treatment of the classic triumvirate in a gift-sized volume, perfect for sharing with anyone seeking guidance and peace. The Heart Sutra, with its profound and wide-reaching influence on Buddhism, offers the Prajnaparamita teaching of emptiness. The Diamond Sutra, said to contain answers to all questions of delusion and dualism, outlines the bodhisattva path followed by the Buddha. The Platform Sutra is an autobiography of Hui-neng, the controversial 6th Patriarch of Zen. His understanding of the fundamentals of a spiritual and practical life has served as the introduction to the teachings of Zen that students have been putting into practice for the past 1300 years. In addition to new translations of all three texts, Red Pine has included an introduction that ties all three together and just enough footnotes to explain what needs explaining but not enough to get in the way.

Author : Red Pine
Publisher : Catapult
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2009-03-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781582439532

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The Diamond Sutra by Red Pine Pdf

A masterful translation of the Diamond Sutra—with insightful commentary and helpful historical information for parsing this essential Zen Buddhist scripture Zen Buddhism is often said to be a practice of mind–to–mind transmission without reliance on texts—in fact, some great teachers forbid their students to read or write. But Buddhism has also inspired some of the greatest philosophical writings of any religion, and two such works lie at the center of Zen: The Heart Sutra, which monks recite all over the world, and The Diamond Sutra, said to contain answers to all questions of delusion and dualism. This is the Buddhist teaching on the perfection of wisdom and cuts through all obstacles on the path of practice. As Red Pine explains: The Diamond Sutra may look like a book, but it’s really the body of the Buddha. It’s also your body, my body, all possible bodies. But it’s a body with nothing inside and nothing outside. It doesn’t exist in space or time. Nor is it a construct of the mind. It’s no mind. And yet because it’s no mind, it has room for compassion. This book is the offering of no mind, born of compassion for all suffering beings. Of all the sutras that teach this teaching, this is the diamond.

Author : Chiew Hui Ho
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 534 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2019-07-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789004406728

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Diamond Sutra Narratives by Chiew Hui Ho Pdf

In Diamond Sutra Narratives, Chiew Hui Ho explores Diamond Sutra devotion and its impact on medieval Chinese religiosity, uncovering the complex social history of Tang lay Buddhism through the laity’s production of parasutraic narratives and texts.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1958
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:488399843

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Buddhist Wisdom Books by Anonim Pdf

Author : Gautama Buddha
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : UVA:X030158109

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The Diamond Sutra by Gautama Buddha Pdf

Author : Mu Soeng
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2011-03-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780861718290

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The Diamond Sutra by Mu Soeng Pdf

In this brilliant new translation and commentary on The Diamond Sutra--one of the sublime wisdom teachings of Mahayana Buddhism--Mu Soeng integrates this ancient wisdom teaching with current scientific and psychological thought. His clear and readable commentary traces the connections between these teachings and contemporary theories of quantum reality, explores the sutra within the framework of Buddhist meditation practices, and provides a comprehensive historical survey of the Mahayana Buddhist tradition. Mu Soeng's goal throughout is to reveal the inspiration and wisdom of The Diamond Sutra to today's reader in an accessible, engaging, and modern manner.