About Jñānagupta
Born 523. Jñānagupta was an Indian translator.
Jñānagupta (Sanskrit: ; ) was a Buddhist monk from Gandhara who travelled to China and was recognised by Emperor Wen of the Sui dynasty. He is said to have brought with him 260 sutras in Sanskrit, and was supported in translating these into Chinese by the emperor.
In total, he translated 39 scriptures in 192 fascicles during the period 561 to 592, including: Sutra of Buddha's Fundamental Deeds, 60 fascicles
Candrottaradarikapariprccha, 2 fascicles
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Who was Jñānagupta?
Indian translator
When was Jñānagupta born?
Jñānagupta was born in 523 in Gandhara.
When did Jñānagupta die?
Jñānagupta died in Chang'an.
What was Jñānagupta's occupation?
Jñānagupta was a translator.
What nationality was Jñānagupta?
Jñānagupta was Indian.
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