Philip Yampolsky

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Philip Yampolsky

Religious Studies

#1069

World Rank

#1973

Historical Rank

#457

USA Rank

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• Religious Studies

Philip Yampolsky's Degrees

• PhD Buddhist Studies Columbia University

Why Is Philip Yampolsky Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Philip Boas Yampolsky was an eminent translator and scholar of Zen Buddhism and a former Director of the C. V. Starr East Asian Library of Columbia University. A scholar of Chinese and Japanese religious traditions and a specialist in Zen studies, Yampolsky was known for his translations of canonical Zen writings, which were used as textbooks in both graduate and undergraduate Asian studies courses in American universities. His style was regarded as highly analytical.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Philip Yampolsky?

Philip Yampolsky is affiliated with the following schools:

• Columbia University