Kumarajiva: A Buddhist Monk on the Silk Road

Reading age: 10 years and up
Print length: 134 pages
Language: English
Dimensions: 23 x 15 x 2 cm

Name: Kumarajiva: A Buddhist Monk on the Silk Road
SKU: 9789360801984
Availability: InStock

SKU: 9789360801984

Original price was: ₹695.00.Current price is: ₹486.50.

Discover Kumarajiva, a pivotal Buddhist monk whose journey along the ancient Silk Road in the 4th century CE reshaped East Asian Buddhism and culture. Born to a Kashmiri Buddhist teacher and a Chinese princess, Kumarajiva embarked on a quest for knowledge, translating sacred Sanskrit and Pali scriptures into Chinese. This narrative poem by Kunwar Narain, masterfully translated by Alok Bhalla, offers a profound meditation on self-discovery and the Buddha’s teachings on the ‘middle path’ to Nirvana. Explore the life of this enigmatic scholar-monk through elegant verse, contemplating timeless universal truths. A compelling read for those interested in Buddhist philosophy, Silk Road history, and transformative spiritual journeys.

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Category: Religion & Spirituality Tag: Kunwar Narain (Author)