Ashtas?hasrik?,: A Collection of Discourses on the Metaphysics of the Mah?y?na School of the Buddhists, now first edited from Nepalese Sanskirt Mss

Language: Sanskrit. About The Book: Ashtas?hasrik?, edited by Rajendralal Mitra, is a collection of discourses on the metaphysics of the Mah?y?na school of Buddhism. Drawing from Nepalese Sanskrit manuscripts, this work delves into the philosophical teachings of the Mah?y?na tradition, particularly focusing on the nature of reality, emptiness (??nyat?), and the path to enlightenment. Mitra's edition provides critical insights into Buddhist metaphysical concepts, offering valuable access to this important text for scholars of Buddhist philosophy and Indian religious thought. The work highlights the depth and complexity of Mah?y?na teachings. About The Editor: Raja Rajendralal Mitra (1822–1891) was a pioneering Indian historian, scholar, and the first Indian president of the Asiatic Society of Bengal. He contributed significantly to the Bengali Renaissance, publishing influential works on Indian history, culture, and antiquities, including The Antiquities of Orissa and Indo-Aryans. A polymath, Mitra played a key role in advancing Indian historiography, utilizing comparative philology and mythology. Despite limited formal education, his self-study and intellectual engagement shaped his contributions to Indian historical research. The Title 'Ashtas?hasrik?,: A Collection of Discourses on the Metaphysics of the Mah?y?na School of the Buddhists, now first edited from Nepalese Sanskirt Mss written/authored/edited by Editor: Rajendralal Mitra', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367800218 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 565 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in Sanskrit. The subject of this book is Hinduism, Religion. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: 565.…