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This is an introductory course of the languages of Buddhism, and the influence of Buddhism on Chinese culture. The course will introduce the languages of Buddhism in India, on the Silk Road, and in China, which are the vital methods of the spreading and development of Buddhism. The course will focus on the discussion of Sanskrit in India, Gandhari on the Silk Road, and Buddhist Chinese. Based on the introduction of the languages and development of Buddhism, the students will have an overall understanding of Buddhism and know its influence on Chinese language, literature, customs and culture.
本课程是一门佛教的语言及其对中国文化影响的概述性课程。课程将介绍佛教在印度、丝绸之路,以及中国所使用的的语言。这些语言是佛教传播与发展的重要手段。课程将重点介绍印度的梵语、丝绸之路上的犍陀罗语和佛教汉语。在此基础上,探讨佛教对中国语言、文学、习俗及文化的影响。