Truth and Tradition in Chinese Buddhism Or a Study of Chinese Mahayana Buddhism

""Truth and Tradition in Chinese Buddhism"" is a comprehensive study of Chinese Mahayana Buddhism by Karl Ludvig Reichelt. The book explores the development of Chinese Buddhism from its origins in India to its unique adaptations in China. Reichelt examines the various schools of Chinese Buddhism, including Chan (Zen), Tiantai, Huayan, and Pure Land, and their respective philosophies and practices. He also analyzes the role of scripture and tradition in Chinese Buddhism, as well as the influence of Confucianism and Taoism on its development. The book provides a detailed examination of the key figures, teachings, and practices of Chinese Mahayana Buddhism, including the Lotus Sutra, the Platform Sutra, and the Pure Land sutras. Reichelt's work is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the rich and complex history of Chinese Buddhism.1928. In this book, the reader has the work of neither the partisan adversary nor the partisan advocate, nor yet of a cold and scholarly but personally indifferent student of the history of religions. The author has supplemented his long and intimate personal observations and studies of Buddhism in China by scholarly and exacting study of original Buddhist texts and the published works of other Western students in this field. His chief claim on our gratitude is his illuminating appreciation of what is best and what at first sight seems hopelessly superstitious and corrupt in this ancient and prolific faith.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.