Hwui Li (48 results)

Condition: New. pp. 224.

Condition: New. pp. 224.

Condition: New. pp. xlvii + 218.

Condition: New. pp. xlviii + 218.

Condition: New. pp. 224.

Condition: New. pp. xlvii + 218 1st Published.

Condition: New. pp. xlviii + 218 2nd Reprint.

Condition: New. pp. xlvii + 218.

Condition: New. pp. xlviii + 218.

Condition: New. pp. xlvii + 218.

Soft cover. Condition: New. xlii+182pp.

Condition: New.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: New. Contents: Preface/L. Cranmer-Byng. 1. Begins with the (Birth of Hiuen- Tsiang) in Kow-shi, and ends with the account of his arrival at Kau-Chang. 2. Commencing with O-ki-ni, and ending with Kie-jo-kio-she (Kanauj). 3. Asangha's ascent to Heaven. 4. Arrives at Champa. 5. Nirgrantha skilled in divination. Conclusion. "The Life of Hiuen-Tsiang by the Shaman Hwui Li is a companion volume to the Si-Yu-Ki or the Buddhist Records of the Western World of Hiuen-Tsiang. It is an indispensable source book for the scholars interested in the history of ancient India in general and Buddhism in particular. "The Life of Hiuen-Tsiang contains a biographical account of his life by his disciple Hwui Li. It elucidates the details relating to the events in the life of the great scholars, saint and pilgrim-traveller. The life is divided into five books and covers the entire life-span of Hiuen-Tsiang, beginning with his birth till his death in the year 664. The description of the eventful life of his master which was an much occupied by travels as by an almost unbelievably gigantic task of translating a large number of original Buddhist works from Sanskrit into Chinese, is marked by reverential attitude and makes a fascinating reading. But more than that, it is a compendium of information on contemporary China, India and those remote parts of Central Asia which the great pilgrim traversed during his journey to India. "Samuel Beal's translation of the Life from original Chinese is an authentic rendering with copious notes on controversial matters. It also contains an account 218 pp. …

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Soft cover. Condition: New. 1st Edition. Contents: Preface. Introduction. Book 1: 1. Family and the early life of Hiuen-Tsiang. 2. Admitted as a recluse at Loyang. 3. Learning Buddhist doctrine in Shing-Tu. 4. Visiting celebrated masters in Chang'an. 5. Resolved to go west. 6. Starting on his journey. 7. Encountering shi pan-to. 8. Passing yuth-men and traversing the desert. 9. Swearing brotherhood with King of Kau-ChangBook II: 1. Arriving at O-ki-ni. 2. Discussion with Mokshagupta. 3. Warmly received by Khan of the turks. 4. Sa-mo-kien and Kunduz. 5. Kapisa. 6. Lamghan-Nagarahara. Boo. III: 1. Arriving at Ayodhya. 2. Miraculous survival from pirates. 3. Field of great beneficence. 4. Visakha-Sravasti. 5. Kapilavastu-hometown of the Buddha. 6. Ramagrama and BanarasBook IV: 1. Entering into Champa. 2. KarinasuvarnaSamatata. 3. Meeting of Deva and Nagarjuna. 4. Dravida-birthplace of Dharmapala Bodhisattva. 5. Simhala.Book V: 1. Prediction of Nirgrantha on Hiuen-Tsiang's return. 2. Making up his mind to return. 3. Interview with Siladitya. 4. Assembly in Kanyakubia.Book VI: 1. Returning back to the capital. 2. Devoted to translation of sanscrit sutras.…

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. XLVII, 218 p. Reprint of the edition London 1911. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New.

Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. (xuanzang, yijing, buddhist monk) A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 2nd Edition. Hardcover with black cloth-bound boards and dust-jacket in very good condition. No notes or highlights. Some minor wear to top and bottom of dj spine. Pages are clean and binding sound.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. Cracked binding at title page.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of a remarkable journey, chronicling the life of a Chinese Buddhist monk who travelled to India in search of sacred texts. This book is more than just a travelogue; it's a window into a pivotal moment in the history of Buddhism. The author takes us on a fascinating journey through ancient India, detailing the monkââ â¢s encounters with various rulers and scholars, his visits to sacred sites, and his interactions with different schools of thought. The book delves into the complexities of religious belief and practice in India, exploring the different schools of Buddhism and their philosophical underpinnings. It also offers valuable insights into the cultural and political landscape of India at a time when the country was undergoing significant transformation. This book provides a unique perspective on the spread of Buddhism from India to China, highlighting the impact that this religious exchange had on both civilizations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 9.00x6.00 inches. In Stock.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No dust jacket. The orange cloth boards are bumped and worn at the corners, spine sunned with wear head/tail. Interior is clean. 1911 first edition. Biography of an important 7th century Buddhist monk and scholar. All orders packed with care, most dust jackets protected by Brodart sleeve, independent bookseller since 2011.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.…

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.