Buddhist Tripitaka As It Is Known In China And Japan: A Catalogue And Compendious Report (1876)

The Buddhist Tripitaka As It Is Known In China And Japan: A Catalogue And Compendious Report (1876) by Samuel Beal is a comprehensive catalogue and report of the Buddhist Tripitaka, which is the collection of Buddhist scriptures that is considered to be the most important and authoritative in the Buddhist tradition. The book provides a detailed account of the history, contents, and organization of the Tripitaka, as well as its transmission and translation into Chinese and Japanese. It is an invaluable resource for scholars and students of Buddhism, as well as anyone interested in the history and development of this important religious tradition. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, and includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the complex and fascinating world of Buddhist scripture.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.