The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch translations from. The sixth patriarchs dharma jewel platform sutra is the fundamental text of chan buddhism. During the seventh and eighth centuries under the tang dynasty, master hui neng. Selection from the sutra of huineng, price and wong, trans. In 1967 philip yampolsky published a translation based on the mogao cave text. Purported to be the recorded words of the famed huineng, who was understood to be the sixth patriarch of chan and the father of all later. Its a seminal work in the development of buddhism throughout east asia and, by extension, in the development of mahayana buddhism throughout the world. The sutra of huineng, also known as the platform sutra, contains the autobiography of a pivotal figure in zen history and some of the most profound passages of zen literature. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch is one of the translations from the asian classics by. A scholar of chinese and japanese religious traditions and a specialist in zen studies, yampolsky was known for his translations of canonical zen writings, which were used as textbooks in both.
Yampolsky translation of the platform sutra of the. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch by philip yampolsky, 9780231159579, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Among many explanations to this sutra for over a thousand years in chinese history, the notes by the second patriarch of buddhainmind are one of the best to explain the profound in simple terms and serve as. Excerpted from the platform sutra of the sixth patriarch, translated by philip yampolsky 1967 source. Yampolsky, the platform sutra of the sixth patriarch new. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch, translated by. Philip boas yampolsky october 20, 1920 july 28, 1996 was an eminent translator and scholar of zen buddhism and a former director of the c. I also am indebted to the works of a number of zen interpreters for the west, including d. The zen teaching of huineng the platform sutra occupies a central place in zen chan buddhist instruction for students and spiritual seekers wo. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch translations from the asian classics ebook.
Inada became chair and served in that capacity until august 1999. In his introduction, formation of the legend, he talks about the great need that the chinese felt to legitimize zen by tracing it back to the buddha. Suzuki, john blofeld, chang chungyuan, and charles luk. Liutsu tanching, important text from the chan school of chinese buddhism, most likely composed in the 8th century ce. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch analysis. Pdf tao sheng s commentary on the lotus sutra download. Yampolsky, the platform sutra of the sixth patriarch new york. Starr east asian library of columbia university, died sunday july 28, 1996 in st.
The platform sutra minnesota zen meditation center. The lotus sutra is regarded as one of the worlds great religious scriptures and most influential texts. For many buddhist teachers and scholars, it is considered the hallmark and culminating text. The us navy japaneseoriental language school archival project. The sixth patriarchs platform sutra is the only sutra by a master of chinese background, the chan schools sixth patriarch, hui neng. May 29, 2012 the platform sutra of the sixth patriarch by philip yampolsky, 9780231159579, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Download a printable pdf of the recommended reading list. Yampolsky has based his translation on the tunhuang manuscript, the earliest extant. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch is a chan buddhist scripture that was composed in. Yampolsky has based his translation on the tunhuang manuscript, the earliest extant version of the work. Many of toreis works remain unpublished, even in japan. The paperback of the the platform sutra of the sixth patriarch by philip b. Philip yampolskys masterful translation contains extensive explanatory notes and an edited. Philip yampolsky, the platform sutra of the sixth patriarch.
A definitive english translation of the platform sutra. Philip yampolsky zen translator and scholar 20, 1920, the grandson of the program. Philip yampolsky s masterful translation contains extensive explanatory notes and an edited, amended version of the chinese text. This translation is the definitive english version of the eighthcentury chan classic. Yampolsky is a lecturer in japanese at columbia university. Transmission and enlightenment in chan buddhism seen through the platform sutra pdf. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch, translated by philip b. Philip yampolsky, 75, zen translator and scholar philip yampolsky, a leading translator and scholar of zen buddhism and former head of the c. Yampolsky, 9780231083614, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
The platform sutra introduction the platform sutra of the sixth patriarch is one of the most popular and influential texts of the chinese chan zen in japanese buddhist tradition. It is attributed to the sixth patriarch of the chan tradition, huineng 6387, although it is most likely the work of subsequent disciples who sought to legitimate their school by devising a lineage of dharma masters leading back to. Click download or read online button to get the platform sutra book now. A place to share resources youve found for studying zen. Purported to be the recorded words of the famed huineng, who was understood to be the sixth patriarch of chan and the father of all. Includes a detailed historical introduction on the history and legends of chan buddhism, and discussions and analysis of the platform sutra. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch the platform sutra records the teachings of huineng, the sixth patriarch, who is revered as one of the two great fig. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch terebess. At the time, the navy philip yampolsky, a leading translator and scholar of zen buddhism and former head of the c. The most authentic version of the work is regarded by such scholars as wingtsit chan and philip b. Philip yampolsky 1967 not all pieces we read about practice can be as simple as straightforward mind is the place of practice, yet we find ourselves wondering if the translation fully expresses huinengs intent. Platform sutra of the dharma treasure of the great master. Zenbuddhism theplatformsutrarevisited inresponsetotheschismbetweensouthernandnorthernschoolsofchanin8th centurychina,tsung. Philip yampolsky the platform sutra records the teachings of huineng, the sixth patriarch, who is revered as one of the two great figures in the founding of chan zen buddhism.
The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch edition 6 by. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch by philip b. His introduction critically considers the background and historical setting of the work and locates huinengs place within the history and legends of chan buddhism. Transmission and enlightenment in chan buddhism seen through. Many of us are familiar with the first part of the platform sutra recounting the story of huinengs life and how he obtained the robe and bowl after arriving at the monastery as a commoner. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch columbia. Torei became the disciple of hakuin ekaku 1686 1769, one of the major. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch philip yampolsky download here the platform sutra records the teachings of huineng, the sixth patriarch, who is revered as one of the two great figures in the founding of chan zen buddhism. The platform sutra records the teachings of huineng, the sixth patriarch, who is revered as one of the two great figures in the founding of chan zen buddhism. Pdf the platform sutra download full pdf book download. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch translations. Shambala publications, reprinted by permission of publisher.
Huineng 6387 was the sixth patriarch of zen in china, but is often regarded as the true father of the zen tradition. It relates the life and teachings of master hui neng, the great master the sixth patriarch, as set down by one of his disciples. Yampolsky is the author of perjalanan kesenian indonesia sejak kemerdekaan 4. This pdf file may be printed and distributed according to the terms of use estab. The us navy japaneseoriental language school archival. Chinese culture, unlike indian, was dominated by confucianism, in which the. Cook, has been continuing the work since october 1999. Selections from the platform sutra of the sixth patriarch, philip yamplosky, trans. Yampolsky, philip, the platform sutra of the sixth patriarch new york. Purported to be the recorded words of the famed huineng, who was understood to be the sixth patriarch of chan and the father of all later chanzen.
Starr east asian library of columbia university, died columbia university sunday july 28, 1996 in st. Columbia university press, reprinted by permission of publisher. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch book summary. The platform sutra download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. For many buddhist teachers and scholars, it is considered the hallmark and culminating text of early chan ca. The platform sutra of the sixth patriarch philip yampolsky. Philip yampolsky 1967 many of us are familiar with the first part of the platform sutra recounting the story of huinengs life and how he obtained the robe and bowl after arriving at the monastery as a commoner.
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