Catalog of Seeking the Dharma at Guoqing Temple (Kokuseiji guho mokuroku)Additions by Enchin

Ink on Paper / One Scroll of Eighteen Sheets

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Enchin's compilation of his results of seeking the Dharma at Mount Tiantai, the birthplace of the Tendai Order

In June of 856, Enchin, who returned to Guoqing Temple on Mount Tiantai from Chang'an, compiled this catalog of 341 volumes and 772 scrolls, including esoteric Buddhist scriptures, images, and implements obtained in Chang'an, Tendai-related scriptures and inscriptions from Guoqing and Chanlin Temples, various chapters and explanations gathered from different places, and 17 types of bonkyo Sanskrit manuscripts and implements for rituals. The main text appears to be written in a neat, regular script by a scribe, and only the signature "Recorded by Enchin" at the end of the scroll is in his own handwriting.

Category
National Treasure
Era
October, 857 End Note
Measurements
29.0 × 753.0 cm

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