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CBETA Reader 2 is a free, open-source, unofficial electronic Buddhist scripture reader designed for studying the Chinese Buddhist canon. It connects to the CBETA API or uses downloaded scripture databases for offline access. Users can browse scripture catalogs, search complete texts, and save passages as bookmarks. The application supports traditional vertical Chinese text, adjustable fonts, pagination, and customizable themes. Its text-to-speech functionality can read scriptures aloud with optional repetition. Integrated Buddhist terminology dictionaries provide definitions and references during study. Users can share specific passages through URLs or QR codes and export citations in CBETA format. Available through web, desktop, and mobile implementations, it provides flexible tools for reading and researching Buddhist texts.
Features
- Chinese Buddhist scripture browsing with catalog and full-text searching
- Online CBETA API integration and offline scripture database access
- Bookmark management with passage sharing, QR codes, and formatted citations
- Traditional vertical text display with adjustable fonts and reading layouts
- Text-to-speech scripture playback with selectable voices and repetition controls
- Integrated Buddhist terminology dictionaries and customizable scripture printing
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