River of fire, river of water : an introduction to the Pure Land tradition of Shin Buddhism /
The Pure Land tradition dates back to the sixth century c.e., when Buddhism was first introduced in Japan. Unlike Zen, its counterpart which flourished in remote monasteries, the Pure Land tradition was the form of Buddhism practiced by common people. Consequently, its practice is harmonious with th...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York :
Doubleday,
[1998]
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| Edition: | 1st ed. |
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| Online Access: | Publisher description |
| Summary: | The Pure Land tradition dates back to the sixth century c.e., when Buddhism was first introduced in Japan. Unlike Zen, its counterpart which flourished in remote monasteries, the Pure Land tradition was the form of Buddhism practiced by common people. Consequently, its practice is harmonious with the workings of daily life, making it easily adaptable for seekers today. Despite the difference in method, though, the goal of Pure Land is the same as other schools -- the awakening of the true self. |
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| Physical Description: | xxvii, 244 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 0385485395 9780385485395 0385485115 (pbk.) 9780385485111 (pbk.) |