"The Buddhist Tripitaka As It Is Known In China And Japan: A Catalogue And Compendious Report" (1876) by Samuel Beal offers a thorough examination of the revered Buddhist Tripitaka, detailing its history, contents, transmission, and translation into Chinese and Japanese. Serving as a vital resource for scholars and enthusiasts, the book's accessible style, supplemented by illustrations and maps, aids in understanding the complex world of Buddhist scripture.
Samuel Beal (1825-1889), an English Oriental scholar, pioneered direct translation from Chinese into English of early Buddhist texts, shedding light on Indian history. Beal's scholarly contributions earned him a DCL from Durham in 1885, recognizing his invaluable research into Chinese Buddhism.
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