The Swayambhu Purana, also spelled as Svayambhu Purana or Swoyambhu Purana, in Sanskrit स्वयम्भू पुराण, is the Buddhist Text "बौद्ध ग्रन्थ" that recounts all the mythological stories surrounding the origin of Swayambhu Chaitya and Nepal Valley. Over the centuries, the text has been copied and rewritten, incorporating many fascinating events from the history of the valley. The Swayambhu Purana serves as a comprehensive textbook encompassing the mythology, anthropology, religion, and natural energy of the land.
Read a summary of the Swayambhu Purana in English. This is not a direct translation but an elaborated summary designed for easy reading and comprehension. It provides a clear and engaging way to understand the profound stories and teachings contained within this ancient text.
Swayambhu Purana - Original As It Is - coming soon. This will include the original Sanskrit text with line-by-line translation in English and Nepali languages, offering readers a chance to delve deeply into the unaltered teachings of this sacred text.
Swayambhu Purana Project is dedicated to preserving and sharing one of Nepal's most sacred Buddhist scriptures — Swayambhu Purana, originally written in Sanskrit in the 18th century, with 10 chapters and 1750 verses.
First milestone is to translate the full text “as it is”, and make it accessible to everyone through:
🌱 This is just the beginning...
Mission: Long-term, this work will support a greater mission:
➡️ To help preserve ancient Buddhist sites in Nepal, starting with the ancient Mahavihars (Bahals) of Kathmandu and Patan, which have stood for centuries but are slowly fading.
🙏 All proceeds from this project — including book sales and future donations — will go toward this preservation effort.
✨ If this mission speaks to you, I warmly invite you to join this journey:
As a reader, supporter, translator, historian, artist, or simply someone who cares about Nepal's heritage — your time, energy, and voice can make a difference.