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Aṣṭasāhasrikā Prajñāpāramitā

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This is a Mahāyānasūtra text that contains 32 chapters, discussing the Buddhist concept of wisdom (Prajñā), the advantages of studying the text, and the possible obstacles in acquiring knowledge. It also describes the difficulties of finding a good teacher and a trained disciple (P.L. Vaidya, 1960. p. XX). This text holds immense significance in shaping the development of both the Mādhyamaka and Yogācāra schools of thought. This manuscript contains chapter 1 and 3 out of 32. Folio 1b and 2a are illustrated with two Buddhist images (image 4).

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