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Record Nr.

UNINA9910872188303321

Autore

Siu Sai Yau

Titolo

The Evolution of Team-Based Buddhist Scripture Translation in Tang China : United in Dharma / / by Sai Yau Siu

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Singapore : , : Springer Nature Singapore : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2024

ISBN

9789819722938

9789819722921

Edizione

[1st ed. 2024.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (89 pages)

Collana

SpringerBriefs in Religious Studies, , 2510-5043

Disciplina

299.5

Soggetti

Religions

East Asia

Buddhism

Translating and interpreting

Buddhist philosophy

Philosophy, Chinese

East Asian Religions

Language Translation

Chinese Philosophy

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di contenuto

Introduction -- Tracing the Origins: Pre-Tang Translation Models -- Dawn of a New Era: Translation Efforts in Early Tang -- The Golden Age: Tang Translation Initiatives in Full Swing -- Fortitude in Flux: The Persistence of Translation Activities in the Changing Landscape of the Late Tang Period -- Conclusion.

Sommario/riassunto

Open Access This open-access book provides a concise analysis of the apex of team-based translation of Buddhist scriptures during the Tang Dynasty, initiated by the notable gathering of translation experts led by Prabhākaramitra. Showcasing the diverse and innovative strategies of translators who joined forces to surmount barriers, this work highlights how their collaborative translation efforts facilitated the spread of Buddhist teachings throughout China. This book brings to light the often overlooked yet crucial roles of these translation teams and



examines their organizational structures, translation processes, and the distinct roles of individual members, offering critical insights into the cultural and religious fabric of the period. By enhancing our understanding of the complex dynamics within these institutions, this work also addresses a significant gap in the historical study of sūtra translation in medieval China. It is an essential resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of Buddhism, translation studies, and Chinese history.