The Virtual and the Vacant—Emptiness and Knowledge in Chan and Daoism
Posted on 07. Aug, 2010 by James Miller
| Title | The Virtual and the Vacant—Emptiness and Knowledge in Chan and Daoism |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2010 |
| Authors | Allen, Barry |
| Journal | Journal of Chinese Philosophy |
| Volume | 37 |
| Pagination | 457 - 471 |
| Date Published | 2010/09// |
| ISBN Number | 03018121 |
| Keywords | EMPTINESS (Philosophy), MAHAYANA Buddhism, MEDITATION -- Zen Buddhism, SUNYATA, Taoism |
| Abstract | The article offers information concerning the concept of emptiness and knowledge in Chan Buddhism and Daoism. It notes that Buddhism is considered a problem of knowledge, an idea of emptiness which is an important legacy to Chinese Buddhism especially Chan. An overview of the turning point that defines the Mahayana in a sequence of passages from Lankavatara Sutra is also presented. |
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