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by I-Tsing (Author), Samuel Beal (Translator)
Suh-Ki-Li-Lih-Kiu: The Suhrillekha Or Friendly Letter Addressed To King Sadvaha by I-Tsing is a historical text that provides insight into the cultural and political landscape of ancient India. The book is a letter written by I-Tsing, a Chinese Buddhist monk, to King Sadvaha of Srivijaya, a powerful kingdom in Southeast Asia.The letter serves as a friendly introduction to the king and provides I-Tsing's account of his journey to India, where he studied Buddhism and collected sacred texts. The book includes descriptions of the people, customs, and religious practices I-Tsing encountered during his travels, as well as his observations on the state of Buddhism in India at the time.The Suhrillekha is an important historical document that sheds light on the spread of Buddhism throughout Asia and the cultural exchange that occurred between India and other countries. It also provides valuable insights into the life and teachings of I-Tsing, who played a significant role in the propagation of Buddhism in China.Overall, Suh-Ki-Li-Lih-Kiu: The Suhrillekha Or Friendly Letter Addressed To King Sadvaha by I-Tsing is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of Buddhism or ancient India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
