Was Gjellerup a strict follower of Buddhism?
No, he was a Christian
Yes, he was a devout Buddhist
Yes, he was a Zen believer
No, but he was interested and incorporated it in his work
Answer
Although Gjellerup was not a strict follower of Buddhism, he was interested in the religion and incorporated elements of it in his work. He translated a number of Buddhist texts into Danish, including the Dhammapada and the Diamond Sutra, and he wrote a number of poems and novels that were inspired by Buddhist teachings.
The Enigmatic Tales of Karl Adolph Gjellerup: A Journey through Danish Literature
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