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Avatamsaka Sutra
The Avatamsaka Sutra is an important sutra in Mahayana Buddhism, known for its philosophical exploration of infinite, mutually reflecting universes. The final section of this very long sutra is called the Gandavyuha. This section tells the story of a pilgrim named Sudhana who visits fifty-three teachers on his journey to enlightenment, which became exemplary of Buddhist pilgrims’ religious quest.
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Gandavyuha sutra