Charles Luk

Charles Luk (1898-1978) (simplified Chinese: 陆宽昱; traditional Chinese: 陸寬昱; pinyin: Lù Kuānyù; Wade–Giles: Lu K'uan Yü; Jyutping: Luhk Fūn-Yūk) was an early translator of Chinese Buddhist texts and commentaries into the English language. He was born in Guangdong province, and moved later to Hong Kong, where he wrote most of his books.

Charles Luk
Personal
Born
Guangdong province, China
ReligionChan Buddhism
LineageCaodong
Dharma namesUpāsaka Lu K'uan Yü
Senior posting
TeacherHsu Yun
Students
  • Richard Hunn
In this Chinese name, the family name is Luk (Lu).
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