Section A 03
An Qing (Parthia)


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An Shigao, a former Parthian crown prince, abdicated his throne to become a monk. He arrived in Luoyang during the Han Dynasty and became a prolific translator, focusing on Abhidharma and meditation (Chan) scriptures. Known for his intelligence and supernatural abilities, such as understanding animal languages, he significantly advanced the systematic study of Buddhist philosophy and practice in China through his clear, structured translations.

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