The series includes the Perfection of Wisdom in Twenty-Five Thousand Lines, a set of volumes meticulously transcribed on cream-colored, handmade Bhutanese paper using black ink. Comprising four volumes, this collection appears to be quite ancient. The opening pages are elegantly adorned with gold ink on dark blue paper, enhancing the sacredness of the text. This scripture is widely recognized as the medium-length version of the Perfection of Wisdom Sutra, with its primary focus on the philosophy of emptiness. The Perfection of Wisdom Sutras (Prajnaparamitasutras) are among the most significant Mahayana scriptures, addressing the concept of the emptiness of all phenomena. Revered by Mahayana followers as the words of the Buddha, these texts are thought by modern historians to have been composed between the first century BCE and the second century CE. They form the foundation of the Middle Way teachings, which gained prominence in Tibetan and Himalayan regions. Preserved as a sacred relic, this Perfection of Wisdom in Twenty-Five Thousand Lines collection is carefully housed within Yonphu Lhakhang. Stored on traditional bookshelves, the manuscripts are wrapped in layers of cloth and safeguarded between two wooden boards securely fastened with string. These protective measures symbolize the profound reverence and meticulous care devoted to this spiritual treasure.
Extent: 4 volumes of manuscripts.
Arrangement: This series is systematically arranged in sequential order based on the volume numbers.
Author(s)/Creator(s): This collection was likely created within the temple itself. The condition of the manuscripts and the style of the script suggest that it was produced several centuries ago, reflecting the craftsmanship and traditions of its time. However, it is probable that this collection was created around the same period as the opening pages of the Perfection of Wisdom in One Hundred Thousand Lines.
