| Author |
Unknown |
| Translator |
Beal, Samuel, 1825-1889 |
| Translator |
Kumarajiva, -412? |
| Title |
Vajra-chhediká, the "Kin Kong King," or Diamond Sútra
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Ronald Grenier from page images generously made available by HathiTrust/University of Minnesota Libraries
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| Summary |
"Vajra-chhediká, the 'Kin Kong King,' or Diamond Sútra" by Unknown is an ancient Buddhist text classified within the Prajñāpāramitā literature, likely composed between the 1st and 5th centuries CE. The text presents the teachings of the Buddha and emphasizes the concept of emptiness and the non-reality of all phenomena. It serves as a foundational work in Mahayana Buddhism, exploring the paths to enlightenment and the nature of reality. The Diamond Sutra is framed as a dialogue between the Buddha and his follower Subhūti, where they discuss profound philosophical concepts. The key theme revolves around the idea that all things are transient and devoid of inherent existence, leading to the conclusion that grasping at distinctions can lead us away from true understanding. The text emphasizes that true wisdom involves recognizing the emptiness of all distinctions, fostering a sense of compassion without attachment to the self. It ultimately calls for the practice of selflessness and charity, with the understanding that acts of virtue should be undertaken without expectation of merit, illuminating the path to nirvana and freeing oneself from the cycles of suffering. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures
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| Subject |
Buddhism -- Sacred books
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64622 |
| Release Date |
Feb 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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