The Buddhist literature in Mount Wutai: the Chinese Buddhist canon and Tibetan Buddhist canon

Mount Wutai, one of China's four major Buddhist pilgrimage sites, stands out for its extensive collection of Buddhist literature, including the Chinese Buddhist canon engraved during the Yongle period (1402–1424) and Tibetan Kanjur texts from Ming and Qing dynasties. This study reveals that temples in Wutai received more sets of Buddhist canons than other pilgrimage sites, raising questions about the Ming Court's preference for this location. By synthesizing historical records and extant literature, the research provides a comprehensive overview of the Buddhist scriptures preserved in Wutai, offering insights into their cultural significance and preservation over centuries.

Long, D. (2025). The Buddhist literature in Mount Wutai: the Chinese Buddhist canon and Tibetan Buddhist canon. Studies in Chinese Religions, 11(1-2), 37–66. https://doi.org/10.1080/23729988.2025.2532283