Qi zhang yin, Qì zhàng yìn: 1 definition

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Qi zhang yin means something in Buddhism, Pali. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.

In Buddhism

Chinese Buddhism

[The following represents an unverified English translation. For all purposes consult the original Chinese text.]

器仗印 [qi zhang yin]—Qizhang Mudra — [Mudra Form (印相 [yin xiang])] This is the samaya-form (三昧耶形 [san mei ye xing]) of the single-pronged vajra (獨鈷 [du gu]) and similar implements.

器仗印—【印相】獨鈷等之三昧耶形也。

[yìn xiāng] dú gǔ děng zhī sān mèi yé xíng yě.

[yin xiang] du gu deng zhi san mei ye xing ye.

Source: DILA Glossaries: Ding Fubao: Dictionary of Buddhist Studies
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Chinese Buddhism (漢傳佛教, hanchuan fojiao) is the form of Buddhism that developed in China, blending Mahayana teachings with Daoist and Confucian thought. Its texts are mainly in Classical Chinese, based on translations from Sanskrit. Major schools include Chan (Zen), Pure Land, Tiantai, and Huayan. Chinese Buddhism has greatly influenced East Asian religion and culture.

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