"The Precious Garland of Advices to the King" (Toh. 4158) written by Nāgārjuna [Nagajurna] (tib. Slob dpon Klu Sgrub) (c 150 – c 250) was mainly intended for his friend, king Satavahana. This text clarifies the Buddhist exposition of emptiness based on the Perfection of Wisdom Sutras. The text also includes specific instructions on how to rule a kingdom. Contained in Sixfold Canon of Reason (Tib.: rigs tshogs drug).
Extent and format of original material: 1r-30r.
Physical characteristics: Xylograph, Russian paper: 55,5 x 9,2 cm; inner frame 48,5 x 6,5 cm, black ink, 6 lines per page.
Volume and issue number: TCh-2433.
