翻譯名義集 3.41

3.41

[Pūrvavideha] The Record of the Western Regions says: "Among those in the sea that can be inhabited, there are roughly four. Pūrvavidehadvīpa, formerly called Fupoti or Fuyudai, both of which are corrupt. Here it is translated as 'Superior', because it is superior to the southern continent. It is also translated as 'Front', meaning it is in front of the other quarters. It is also translated as 'First', referring to the place where the sun first rises." The Abhidharmakośa says: "Pūrvavidehadvīpa resembles a half-moon in shape; [its people's] bodies are eight cubits tall, and their lifespan is two hundred and fifty [years]."