The episode of Apollonius among the Indian ascetics, described by Philostratus, testifies to a good knowledge Buddhist beliefs and customs. magical bowl producing food drink automatically is pivotal element different well-known accounts concerning Buddha. A text, Vimalakīrti Sūtra, provides us with series details also recurring in Philostratus. not only issues liquids as from spring, but does l...

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