A Catena of Buddhist Scriptures from the Chinese

""A Catena of Buddhist Scriptures from the Chinese"" is a book written by Samuel Beal, a renowned scholar and translator of Buddhist texts. The book is a compilation of various Buddhist scriptures that were translated from Chinese into English. These scriptures cover a wide range of topics, including Buddhist philosophy, ethics, meditation, and rituals. The book includes texts from various Buddhist schools, such as Mahayana, Theravada, and Zen. The Catena is a collection of selected passages from different texts, which are arranged in a way that creates a comprehensive overview of Buddhist teachings. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a particular theme or topic. The chapters cover topics such as the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, the nature of consciousness, and the concept of emptiness. Beal's translations are known for their accuracy and clarity, and he provides extensive notes and commentary to help readers understand the texts. The book also includes an introduction that provides background information on the history and development of Buddhism in China. Overall, ""A Catena of Buddhist Scriptures from the Chinese"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in Buddhism, its teachings, and its history. It is a valuable addition to any library and an excellent starting point for those who want to explore Buddhist literature.1871. In this volume Reverend Beal has translated works of Buddhist Literature in order to make them more accessible to a broader audience. This volume includes bits from Avatamsaka, Pindhadana, Lankavatara, Vimalakirti, Dharani, Kshitigarbha, Surangama, Lotus, Mahasahasra-Mandala, Prajnaparamita, Amitabha, Buddhanusmritti-samadhi, Diamond, Suvarna-prabhasa, Mahanidana, and other Sutras, plus various Vinayas and Shastras. The book is divided into the following Parts: Legends and Myths; Buddhism as a Religion; Scholastic Period; Mystic Period; and Decline and Fall. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.