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Aṣṭasāhasrikā Prajñāpāramitā
matsunami_49 · General Library, The University of Tokyo
Introduction
About this Manuscript
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 depicts three Padmacakras on folio 270a and another one on 270b.
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matsunami_49 · General Library, The University of Tokyo
Catalogue Metadata
| Title | Aṣṭasāhasrikā Prajñāpāramitā |
| Repository | General Library, The University of Tokyo |
| Reference Number | matsunami_49 |
| Collection | Kawaguchi Ekai Collection |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| Script | Siddham |
| Subject Classification | Buddhist Philosophy (Mādhyamaka) |
| Date | Date not listed |
| Place of Origin | Japan |
| IIIF Manifest | Public IIIF manifest available |
Subjects & Keywords
Buddhist Philosophy (Mādhyamaka)
