Alternative Lineages: The <i>Shisong lü</i> 十誦律 in Japanese Ancient Manuscript Buddhist Canons
Traditional studies on Chinese Buddhism have largely relied on printed canons from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Goryeo dynasties. However, recent discoveries of Dunhuang and Turfan manuscripts, along with growing recognition of <i>Nihon kosha issaikyō</i> (Japanese Ancient Manuscript Canons...
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| description | Traditional studies on Chinese Buddhism have largely relied on printed canons from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Goryeo dynasties. However, recent discoveries of Dunhuang and Turfan manuscripts, along with growing recognition of <i>Nihon kosha issaikyō</i> (Japanese Ancient Manuscript Canons), have expanded the scope of Buddhist textual research. Despite their significance, Japanese manuscript Buddhist canons remain underexplored, particularly in relation to their textual lineages and connections to Tang-dynasty texts. This study examines <i>Nihon kosha issaikyō</i> through a philological analysis of the <i>Shisong lü</i> (<i>Ten Recitation Vinaya</i>), assessing textual variants, structural patterns, and transmission histories. By situating <i>Nihon kosha issaikyō</i> within the broader East Asian Buddhist tradition, this research clarifies their role in preserving alternative textual lineages beyond standardized printed canons. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of Buddhist textual transmission, canon formation, and the interplay between manuscript and printed traditions in China, Korea, and Japan. This study highlights the historical processes that shaped East Asian Buddhist canons and offers new insights into their adaptation and preservation across different cultural contexts. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-f022015b7de140c08b953ea6090c48212025-08-20T03:12:09ZengMDPI AGReligions2077-14442025-05-0116560410.3390/rel16050604Alternative Lineages: The <i>Shisong lü</i> 十誦律 in Japanese Ancient Manuscript Buddhist CanonsLimei Chi0Department of Buddhist Studies, International College for Postgraduate Buddhist Studies, Tokyo 112-0003, JapanTraditional studies on Chinese Buddhism have largely relied on printed canons from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Goryeo dynasties. However, recent discoveries of Dunhuang and Turfan manuscripts, along with growing recognition of <i>Nihon kosha issaikyō</i> (Japanese Ancient Manuscript Canons), have expanded the scope of Buddhist textual research. Despite their significance, Japanese manuscript Buddhist canons remain underexplored, particularly in relation to their textual lineages and connections to Tang-dynasty texts. This study examines <i>Nihon kosha issaikyō</i> through a philological analysis of the <i>Shisong lü</i> (<i>Ten Recitation Vinaya</i>), assessing textual variants, structural patterns, and transmission histories. By situating <i>Nihon kosha issaikyō</i> within the broader East Asian Buddhist tradition, this research clarifies their role in preserving alternative textual lineages beyond standardized printed canons. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of Buddhist textual transmission, canon formation, and the interplay between manuscript and printed traditions in China, Korea, and Japan. This study highlights the historical processes that shaped East Asian Buddhist canons and offers new insights into their adaptation and preservation across different cultural contexts.https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/16/5/604<i>Shisong lü</i> 十誦律textual criticismlineages of textsBuddhist canonsJapanese ancient manuscript scripturesJapanese ancient manuscript canons |
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| title | Alternative Lineages: The <i>Shisong lü</i> 十誦律 in Japanese Ancient Manuscript Buddhist Canons |
| title_full | Alternative Lineages: The <i>Shisong lü</i> 十誦律 in Japanese Ancient Manuscript Buddhist Canons |
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| title_short | Alternative Lineages: The <i>Shisong lü</i> 十誦律 in Japanese Ancient Manuscript Buddhist Canons |
| title_sort | alternative lineages the i shisong lu i 十誦律 in japanese ancient manuscript buddhist canons |
| topic | <i>Shisong lü</i> 十誦律 textual criticism lineages of texts Buddhist canons Japanese ancient manuscript scriptures Japanese ancient manuscript canons |
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