Tao-an: 1 definition
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Source: Buddhist Door: GlossaryHe was one of the greatest masters in China (312-385 A.D.). He established the first native Sangha system with the monastic rules including the garments for the monks. He was the one who insisted all the ordained monks to change the surname to "Shih" (), the first syllable of the name of Buddhas clan. He was also the first one who compiled the catalogues for all the translated Buddhist scripture by his time. His activities were important to the development of Chinese Buddhism.See also (Relevant definitions)
Full-text: Kumarajiva.
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