Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v1.c4.s2.25
Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v1.c4.s2.25
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Along with the translation of a large number of sutras and the arrival of several Indian monks, Indian astronomy, calendar and medicine were also brought into China. *Sui Shu* (Book of Sui Dynasty) mentions a number of books on astronomy and the calendar, such as *Longshu Pusa Yaofang* (*Nagarjuna Prescriptions*) as well as books on medicine and fitness regimen, for example, *Longshu Pusa Yangxingfang* (*Nagarjuna Mind Cultivation*). These books were circulated in China and had an impact on Chinese astronomy, calendar and medicine.