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Ancient Library in Tibet Creating Digital Archive of Its 84,000 Scriptures.

Tibet's Sakya Monastery is home to many wonders. Founded in 1073, its collection includes some of the oldest Tibetan artwork, as well as 84,000 ancient manuscripts and books.

By Regina Sienra via @mymodernmet

https://mymodernmet.com/sakya-monastery-library/

Sakya Monastery Library (Photo: Richard Mortel via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0) A collection of old books and various objects displayed on a wall, existing at the Sakya Monastery Library . The Sakya Monastery Library is an important cultural and religious institution within the Sakya Monastery, which is a significant center of Tibetan Buddhism. The Sakya Monastery is located in Sakya, a town in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. It is one of the principal schools of Tibetan Buddhism, along with the Nyingma, Kagyu, and Gelug schools. The Sakya Monastery was founded in 1073 by Khön Könchok Gyalpo, a prominent Tibetan lama. The monastery quickly became a major center of learning and religious practice. The Sakya Monastery Library houses one of the most extensive collections of Tibetan Buddhist manuscripts and texts. These include canonical texts such as the Kangyur and the Tengyur, as well as many unique manuscripts. The library is known for its collection of sacred texts and scriptures, some of which are handwritten and centuries old. These texts are vital for the study and practice of Tibetan Buddhism. In addition to religious texts, the library contains historical documents, letters, and records that provide insight into the history of the Sakya school and Tibetan Buddhism.
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