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A Record of Buddhistic Kingdoms: Being an Account by the Chinese Monk Fa-Hien of his Travels in India and Ceylon (A.D. 399-414)
0Journey back to ancient India with the remarkable travelogue of the Chinese monk Fa-Hien. Spanning A.D. 399-414, this account vividly chronicles his pilgrimage through Buddhist kingdoms and sacred sites like Gaya and Sarnath during the Gupta era. Gain unparalleled insights into monastic life, early Buddhist practices, and the enduring legacy of Emperor Ashoka. This meticulously translated work is an indispensable resource for understanding Indian history, ancient civilizations, and the profound spiritual heritage of the Indian subcontinent. Essential for students, historians, and enthusiasts of Buddhist studies.
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A Record of Buddhistic Kingdoms: Being an Account by the Chinese Monk Fa-Hien of his Travels in India and Ceylon (A.D. 399-414)
0Uncover the secrets of ancient India through the eyes of Chinese monk Fa-Hien. This seminal work, translated by James Legge, provides a vivid, firsthand account of Buddhist kingdoms, pilgrimage sites like Sarnath and Gaya, and monastic life during the Gupta period. Explore the religious traditions and historical footprint of Emperor Ashoka’s era. A treasure for scholars of Indian history, Buddhist studies, and enthusiasts of ancient civilizations, this book illuminates a crucial chapter of the Indian subcontinent’s spiritual and cultural past.