Le sūtra des contemplations du Buddha vie-infinie
essai d'interprétation textuelle et iconographique
Jérôme Ducor
466 pages | ~13 hrs
Le sūtra des contemplations du Buddha vie-infinie
essai d'interprétation textuelle et iconographique
By Jérôme Ducor
This scholarly exploration unveils one of Buddhism's most influential yet enigmatic texts, offering readers a rare glimpse into the spiritual foundations that shaped Pure Land Buddhism across East Asia. The Sutra of Contemplations of the Buddha of Infinite Life presents two distinct paths for spiritual practitioners: an intricate visualization method for contemplating Buddha Amida and his pure realm, and a more accessible practice of reciting the Buddha's name to achieve rebirth in his kingdom.
Originally translated into Chinese in the early fifth century from unknown Indian sources, this sacred text bridges the gap between ancient Buddhist teachings and the flourishing Pure Land schools that would later emerge. What makes this work particularly fascinating is its dual significance as both a spiritual guide and an artistic inspiration that influenced Buddhist art from Central Asia to medieval Japan.
Ducor's comprehensive study combines rigorous textual analysis with artistic investigation, tracing how this Indian tradition adapted to Chinese culture along the Silk Road. The book provides an annotated translation alongside detailed examination of the text's artistic legacy, from the magnificent frescoes discovered in Dunhuang caves to Japan's classical Taima Mandala.
For those interested in Buddhist meditation practices, the historical development of spiritual traditions, or the intersection of sacred texts and religious art, this work offers valuable insights into how ancient wisdom travels across cultures and centuries.
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Details
- Published
- 2011
- Publisher
- Brepols
- ISBN-13
- 9782503541167
- ISBN-10
- 250354116X
- Pages
- 466
- Language
- EN
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