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The image shows a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated February 28. The page contains an article titled "The Study of Buddhism." The article discusses the influence of Buddhism on Chinese civilization and art. It explains the symbolism of the White Pagoda in Peking, the influence of Buddhist ideas on Chinese philosophy, and the role of Buddhism in the daily life of modern China. The article also mentions the importance of Buddhist studies in the West, particularly in Russia, and the interest in Buddhism among scholars in Germany, France, and England. The page is printed in black text on a yellowed paper, indicating its age. There is a small section on the top of the page that appears to be a news article about excavation work at the Abbey Church of Cluny by the Mediaeval Academy, suggesting a connection to historical and archaeological studies.
This image is a scanned page from a publication titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," numbered as page 639. The page contains text discussing the "Study of Buddhism," with a focus on the symbolic meanings and cultural significance of pagodas in Chinese cities, particularly in Peking (now Beijing). The text explains the architectural and philosophical elements of pagodas, their historical influence on Chinese civilization, and the integration of Buddhist ideas into various aspects of Chinese culture, including art, philosophy, and daily life.
At the top of the page, there is a separate article headline about excavation work conducted at the Abbey Church of Cluny by the Mediaeval Academy, highlighting the ancient Romanesque structure's significance and size in France. This article discusses the restoration efforts and archaeological discoveries related to the abbey.
The page appears to be from an older publication, given the yellowed paper and the style of the text. There is also a handwritten note in red ink at the top left corner of the page that reads "7 eb. 28," which could be a date or a personal annotation.
This image displays an open, vintage book, likely a bound volume of a periodical, resting on a flat surface. The visible page is from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, specifically page 639, as indicated by the centered header and page number.
The main article on this page is titled:
THE STUDY OF BUDDHISM
This article explores the historical and cultural influence of Buddhism on China, particularly its impact on Chinese architecture (like the White Pagoda in Peking), philosophy, mathematics, and daily life. It discusses how Buddhist ideas were imported from India, how they influenced Chinese thought even during periods of anti-religious sentiment, and the role of Buddhist art in Western museums. The text also references the role of Russian scholarship in promoting Buddhist studies in Europe through the importation of Tibetan texts and the work of scholars like Baron Schilling von Canstadt. The article concludes by noting the growing interest among European scholars in Buddhist history.
At the top of the page, above the main article, there is a smaller, separate section of text, likely from a different news item or article, with the headline:
Conant Describes Excavation Work Carried Out at Abbey Church of Cluny by Mediaeval Academy—Ancient Romanesque Structure Has Never Been Surpassed in Size in France
This clipping discusses archaeological findings at the Abbey Church of Cluny, including the discovery of buried artifacts near the abbot’s residence and the ceremonial dismantling of parts of the church.
Handwritten in orange ink above the “HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN” header is the date “Feb. 28”, suggesting this page was marked or referenced on that date by a previous owner.
The paper is aged, with yellowed pages and slightly frayed edges. The book’s binding is visible on the right, with black cloth cover and gilded page edges. A small piece of paper is tucked into the left-hand page, partially obscuring some text. The overall impression is that of a well-used, historical academic publication from the early to mid-20th century.
The image shows an open book, specifically a magazine or journal, with a black and white photograph of an ancient structure. The text on the page discusses the excavation work carried out at the Abbey Church of Cluny by the Medieval Academy. The article mentions that the ancient Romanesque structure has never been surpassed in size in France. The text also provides details about the excavation process, the findings, and the historical significance of the structure.
The image depicts an open book, specifically pages 638 and 639, from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin. The book is bound in black and is laid out on a gray surface. The text is printed in a serif font, which is typical for academic publications. The pages are slightly curled, indicating that the book has been handled frequently.
On page 638, the top section of the page contains a headline that reads, "Conant Describes Excavation Work Carried Out at Abbey Church of Cluny by Mediaeval Academy—Ancient Romanesque Structure Has Never Been Surpassed in Size in France." Below this headline, there is a paragraph of text that provides details about the excavation work at the Abbey Church of Cluny, highlighting its historical significance and the efforts of the Mediaeval Academy.
On page 639, the top section features a headline that reads, "The Study of Buddhism." This section discusses the study of Buddhism, its influence on Chinese culture, and the significance of Buddhist texts and artifacts. The text mentions the importance of Buddhist pagodas, the influence of Buddhism on Chinese art and literature, and the historical context of Buddhist practices in China.
The content of the pages suggests that the Harvard Alumni Bulletin covers a range of academic and historical topics, including archaeology, religious studies, and cultural history. The detailed descriptions and the formal tone of the writing indicate that the publication is aimed at an educated audience, likely alumni of Harvard University with an interest in scholarly pursuits.
The image shows an open page from a publication titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," specifically from issue number 639. The page contains two distinct sections of text:
The image captures a page from an academic or alumni bulletin that discusses two distinct topics: archaeological excavations at the Abbey Church of Cluny and the study of Buddhism. The layout and content suggest a scholarly or educational publication aimed at alumni or readers interested in historical, archaeological, and religious studies.
The image shows an open book or journal, specifically an edition of the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The pages displayed are from an article or section of the bulletin. On the left-hand page, the headline at the top reads "Conant Describes Excavation Work Carried Out at Abbey Church of Cluny by Mediaeval Academy—Ancient Romanesque Structure has Never Been Surpassed in Size in France." Below this headline is a body of text that appears to describe an archeological excavation related to an ancient Romanesque structure.
On the right-hand page, a new article starts with a large, bold headline that reads "THE STUDY OF BUDDHISM." The article below discusses aspects related to the study and influence of Buddhism, mentioning various places such as Peking (Beijing), referencing Buddhist histories, and the acquisition of Buddhist texts. The content suggests a historical and cultural analysis, possibly related to Harvard's engagement with the academic study of Buddhism.
Scattered throughout these pages, particularly over the body of text, there are handwritten annotations, underlinings, and marginal markings in what appears to be pencil. These annotations may have been made by a reader for the purpose of study or reference. The page numbers visible are 638 and 639, indicating the excerpt comes from well into the publication. The document itself seems to be yellowed and aged, suggesting it is from an older edition of the bulletin.
This is a photograph of an open, bound scrapbook or booklet. The visible spread shows two clipped pages/papers inserted into the binding.
Overall, it looks like an archival page from a historical collection, containing two different articles pasted into a bound volume.
The image shows a page from an old publication, specifically from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," as indicated at the top and bottom of the page. The page number is 639. The page contains an article titled "THE STUDY OF BUDDHISM," discussing Buddhism, its influence, and related historical and cultural information. The text is formatted in columns with a serif font typical of older printed texts.
There is also a handwritten note in red ink across the top portion of the page that reads "Feb. 28." Additionally, there is a partial article headline visible at the top of the page that starts with "Conant Describes Excavation Work Carried Out at Abbey Church of Cluny by Mediaeval Academy—Ancient Romanesque Structure has Never Been Surpassed in Size in France." However, this headline is mostly cut off and separated from the main article below.
Overall, the page shows signs of aging with a slightly yellowed or browned background, typical of old paper documents, and is bound in a book or magazine format.
This image depicts a page from a book or magazine, titled the Harvard Alumni Bulletin. It includes text discussing topics related to Buddhism, its influence, and practices.
The main article visible is titled "The Study of Buddhism" and explores themes such as Buddhist philosophy, its cultural influence in China, practices related to animal life, and its global impact. It mentions, among other details, the respect for life inherent in Buddhist philosophy, the significance of Buddhist figures and traditions, and its incorporation into historical and modern societal events.
Additionally, at the top of the page, there is a separate clipping or heading presumably attached, which reads: "Conant Describes Excavation Work Carried Out at Abbey Church of Cluny by Mediaeval Academy—Ancient Romanesque Structure has Never Been Surpassed in Size in France" in capitalized bold text. There is also a handwritten note reading "Feb. 28" in red ink.
The page itself seems part of an archival or bound collection, with other pages visible behind it.