Conclusion

This chapter outlines the main conclusions of this monograph by tracing the development of collaborative translation of Buddhist texts in medieval China through six distinct phases. It summarizes the features of the elite translation model during the Tang Dynasty and puts forward multiple directions for follow-up research, which include the study of the complexity of sūtra translation strategies, normative factors of translation activities, and the distribution modes of Buddhist translations in imperial China. Furthermore, to open up a broader understanding of this rich historical and cultural phenomenon, research on individual translators, team-based translation in the post-Tang era, and the application of digital technologies is suggested.