Author : Mark L. Blum
Release : 2006
Genre : History
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 750/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Rennyo and the Roots of Modern Japanese Buddhism by : Mark L. Blum
Download or read book Rennyo and the Roots of Modern Japanese Buddhism written by Mark L. Blum. This book was released on 2006. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rennyo Shonin (1415-1499) is considered the 'second founder' of Shin Buddhism. This book deals with the major questions surrounding the phenomenal growth of Hongaji under Rennyo's leadership, such as the source of charisma, the soteriological implications of his thought against the background of other movements in Pure Land Buddhism, and more.