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The Lankavatara Sutra: A Mahayana Text,Used
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The present translation of D.T. Suzuki is based upon the Sanskrit edition of Bunyu Nanjo (1923). This edition reflects those fundamental themes of Buddhism which the Mahayana in general cherishes and upholds. It looks at existence from the absolute and relative realms, and thinks that suffering will be experienced so long as one confines oneself to the realm of the relative. Since the relative cannot be ultimately realm, it has to be seen as nothing more than a projection of the mind. As to how to realize the ultimate truth of unity the text resorts to general Mahayana theory of Buddhalogy in which the Buddha is seen as the ultimate ontological principle.In order to realize unity with this ontic principle, we have to make use of such methods which, though relative, terminate in the realization of Enlightenment. These methods are spoken of as Skilful Means. As a spiritual manual, the text points out as to how the Bodhisattvas, on account of their unlimited compassion for sentient beings, work for the salvation of all. While delineating on the theme of Bodhisattvas, the text thereby speaks about the ten vows of a Bodhisattva. It is in incarnating these vows within that a real turnabout or spiritual transformation occurs, and thereby are uprooted the roots of ignorance. The text, thus, offers a spiritual banquet to those who want to taste the bliss eternal.
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- Q: What is the main theme of The Lankavatara Sutra? A: The main theme of The Lankavatara Sutra is the exploration of existence from both absolute and relative realms, emphasizing that suffering is experienced when one is confined to the relative realm, which is ultimately a projection of the mind.
- Q: Who is the author of this translation? A: The translation of The Lankavatara Sutra is done by D.T. Suzuki, based on the Sanskrit edition by Bunyu Nanjo from 1923.
- Q: What are Skilful Means in the context of this text? A: Skilful Means refers to methods employed by Bodhisattvas that, while relative, lead to the realization of Enlightenment and unity with the ultimate ontological principle.
- Q: How does the text define the role of Bodhisattvas? A: The text describes Bodhisattvas as beings with unlimited compassion who strive for the salvation of all sentient beings, embodying the ten vows of a Bodhisattva to achieve spiritual transformation.
- Q: What is the significance of the ten vows of a Bodhisattva mentioned in the text? A: The ten vows of a Bodhisattva are significant as they serve as a framework for spiritual transformation and the uprooting of ignorance, allowing for a deeper connection to the ultimate truth.
- Q: How many pages does The Lankavatara Sutra have? A: The Lankavatara Sutra has a total of 300 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition of The Lankavatara Sutra is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Is this book a new or used copy? A: This listing is for a new copy of The Lankavatara Sutra.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition of The Lankavatara Sutra was published on December 1, 1999.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in good condition.