Unveiling Hangzhou’s Intellectual Legacy: Chinese Buddhist Reference Works and Knowledge Production in the Song and Beyond

This article explores Hangzhou’s multifaceted role in shaping Chinese Buddhist culture and contributing to knowledge production. As a vital hub of Chinese material and intellectual culture, Hangzhou’s significant contributions to Buddhism are emphasized, shedding light on its key role in disseminati...

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Published inReligions (Basel, Switzerland ) Vol. 14; no. 12; p. 1526
Main Authors Baskind, James Matthew, Wu, Jinhui
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Basel MDPI AG 01.12.2023
Subjects
Buddhism
Buddhist leishu
Buddhist literature
Chinese Buddhism
Cultural heritage
Hangzhou
History
Knowledge
knowledge production
Religious education
Religious studies
Social aspects
The Encyclopedia of Hangzhou Buddhist Culture
Trends
China
East Asia
Japan
United States > US
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Summary:This article explores Hangzhou’s multifaceted role in shaping Chinese Buddhist culture and contributing to knowledge production. As a vital hub of Chinese material and intellectual culture, Hangzhou’s significant contributions to Buddhism are emphasized, shedding light on its key role in disseminating Buddhist teachings and preserving knowledge. The study delves into the rich history of Buddhist reference works, particularly leishu, showcasing how these compilations were pivotal in organizing and transmitting Buddhist wisdom. The article connects Hangzhou’s intellectual legacy to the broader context of Chinese Buddhism, emphasizing its crucial position in the development and dissemination of Buddhist doctrines. Additionally, it highlights ongoing academic efforts to compile an Encyclopedia of Hangzhou Buddhist Culture, underscoring Hangzhou’s continued importance in contemporary Buddhist scholarship.
ISSN:2077-1444
2077-1444
DOI:10.3390/rel14121526