Kudensho Notes On Oral Transmission
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Kudensho Notes On Oral Transmission
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Author : Kakunyo
language : en
Publisher: Kamloops, B.C. : British Columbia Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Churches Federation
Release Date : 1995
Kudensho Notes On Oral Transmission written by Kakunyo and has been published by Kamloops, B.C. : British Columbia Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Churches Federation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995 with categories.
Jodo Shinshu
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Author : James C. Dobbins
language : en
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Release Date : 2002-04-30
Jodo Shinshu written by James C. Dobbins and has been published by University of Hawaii Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-04-30 with Religion categories.
This work combines the biography of the founder of Shin Buddhism with a detailed study of the complex development of the religion, from its simple beginnings as a small, rural primarily lay Buddhist movement in the 12th century to its rapid growth as a powerful urban religion in the 15th century.
Esoteric Buddhism And Texts
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Author : Jinhua Chen
language : en
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Release Date : 2024-02-08
Esoteric Buddhism And Texts written by Jinhua Chen and has been published by Taylor & Francis this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-02-08 with Religion categories.
This book explores trans-cultural and cross-border transmission and transformation of Esoteric Buddhism in East Asia, focusing on its manuscript culture and the transborder transmission of Esoteric Buddhist texts. In East Asia, Esoteric Buddhism’s influences can be seen across all levels of society: not only in that it achieved a recognizable sectarian identity, but also because elements of esoteric teachings were absorbed by other religious schools, influencing their philosophical tenets and everyday practices. The influence was not confined to the religious sphere: scholars have been paying more and more attention to the significance of Tang Esoteric Buddhism in relation to material culture and the dissemination of Esoteric Buddhist technologies in South, Central, and East Asia. No matter how one looks at a maṇḍala—an integral feature of esoteric practice—or the uncannily expressive statues of Buddhas, Bodhisattvas or Yidam that come in all shapes and sizes, or the murals that depict the variegated, mysterious themes of the esoteric tradition, one can always recognise the profound connection between art and Esoteric Buddhism. Esoteric Iifluences also abound in East Asian literature across different genres, displaying its unique characters both in poetry and prose. Likewise, in architecture, one can readily make out the enigmatic, colorful and distinctive elements characteristic of the esoteric tradition. Monks initiated into the esoteric lineages not only brought Buddhist classics and practices to China but also advanced knowledge in astronomy, calendarial calculations and mathematical theories. The chapters in this volume focus on two major aspects of textual Esoteric Buddhism—its manuscript culture and transborder transmission. This book will be beneficial to advanced students and researchers interested in Religious Studies, History and Buddhist studies. It was originally published as a special issue of Studies in Chinese Religions.
Edo Culture
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Author : Kazuo Nishiyama
language : en
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Release Date : 1997-04-01
Edo Culture written by Kazuo Nishiyama and has been published by University of Hawaii Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997-04-01 with History categories.
Nishiyama Matsunosuke is one of the most important historians of Tokugawa (Edo) popular culture, yet until now his work has never been translated into a Western language. Edo Culture presents a selection of Nishiyama’s writings that serves not only to provide an excellent introduction to Tokugawa cultural history but also to fill many gaps in our knowledge of the daily life and diversions of the urban populace of the time. Many essays focus on the most important theme of Nishiyama’s work: the seventeenth to nineteenth centuries as a time of appropriation and development of Japan’s culture by its urban commoners. In the first of three main sections, Nishiyama outlines the history of Edo (Tokyo) during the city’s formative years, showing how it was shaped by the constant interaction between its warrior and commoner classes. Next, he discusses the spirit and aesthetic of the Edo native and traces the woodblock prints known as ukiyo-e to the communal activities of the city’s commoners. Section two focuses on the interaction of urban and rural culture during the nineteenth century and on the unprecedented cultural diffusion that occurred with the help of itinerant performers, pilgrims, and touring actors. Among the essays is a delightful and detailed discourse on Tokugawa cuisine. The third section is dedicated to music and theatre, beginning with a study of no, which was patronized mainly by the aristocracy but surprisingly by commoners as well. In separate chapters, Nishiyama analyzes the relation of social classes to musical genres and the aesthetics of kabuki. The final chapter focuses on vaudeville houses supported by the urban masses.
Ninja
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Author : Kacem Zoughari, Ph.D.
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 2013-07-30
Ninja written by Kacem Zoughari, Ph.D. and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-07-30 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Ninjutsu is the most renowned and misunderstood of all martial arts. The long history of ninjutsu is often murky; surrounded by mystery and legend. Here, for the first time, is an in-depth, factual look at the entire art of ninjutsu, including the emergence of the ninja warriors and philosophy in feudal Japan; detailed historical events; its context in the development of other schools of martial arts; and the philosophies and exercises of the school today. Based on more than ten years of study and translation of authentic Japanese texts, including many that have never before been translated, this is the most comprehensive and accurate study on the art of ninjutsu ever written outside of Japan. This ninja book includes studies of ninjutsu history, philosophy, wisdom, and presents a wide range of information from authors, historians, chronicles and scrolls in order to foster a deep understanding of this "shadowy" art. For those who train in ninjutsu, for other martial art practitioners, for historians, and for anyone with interest in Japanese feudal history or Japanese martial arts, The Ninja: Ancient Shadow Warriors of Japan shines a light on this enigmatic subject.
Rennyo And The Roots Of Modern Japanese Buddhism
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Author : Mark L. Blum
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2005-12-29
Rennyo And The Roots Of Modern Japanese Buddhism written by Mark L. Blum and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-12-29 with Religion categories.
Rennyo Shonin (1415-1499) is considered the "second founder" of Shin Buddhism. Under his leadership, the Honganji branch grew in size and power, becoming a national organization with great wealth and influence. Rennyo's success lay in conveying an attractive spiritual message while exerting effective administrative control. A savvy politician as well as religious leader, ennyo played a significant role in political, economic, and institutional developments. Though he is undeniably one of the most influential persons in the history of Japanese religion, his legacy remains enigmatic and largely overlooked by the West. This volume offers an assessment of Rennyo's contribution to Buddhist thought and the Honganji religious organization. A collection of 16 previously unpublished essays by both Japanese and non-Japanese scholars in the areas of historical studies, Shinshu studies, and comparative religion, it is the first book to confront many of the major questions surrounding the phenomenal growth of Honganji under Rennyo's leadership. The authors examine such topics as the source of Rennyo's charisma, the soteriological implications of his thought against the background of other movements in Pure Land Buddhism, and the relationship between his ideas and the growth of his church. This collection is an important first step in bringing this important figure to an audience outside Japan. It will be of significant interest to scholars in the fields of Japanese religion, Japanese social history, comparative religion, and the sociology of religion.
Chan Buddhism In Ritual Context
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Author : Bernard Faure
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2005-09-27
Chan Buddhism In Ritual Context written by Bernard Faure and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-09-27 with Philosophy categories.
The essays in this volume attempt to place the Chan and Zen tradition in their ritual and cultural contexts, looking at various aspects heretofore largely (and unduly) ignored. In particular, they show the extent to which these traditions, despite their claim to uniqueness, were indebted to larger trends in East Asian Buddhism, such as the cults of icons, relics and the monastic robe. The book emphasises the importance of ritual for a proper understanding of this allegedly anti-ritualistic form of Buddhism. In doing so, it deconstructs the Chan/Zen 'rhetoric of immediacy' and its ideological underpinnings.
No Abode
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Author : Ippen
language : en
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Release Date : 1997-08-01
No Abode written by Ippen and has been published by University of Hawaii Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997-08-01 with Religion categories.
Ippen (1239-1289) was a wandering hijiri (holy man) and religious leader whose movement developed into one of the major schools of medieval Japanese Buddhism. In his life and thought we find elements of folk practices and mountain austerities, the critical spirit of Zen, and the cosmic vision of esoteric traditions. This volume presents a translation of all of Ippen's extant writings, including letters and verse, together with records of his spoken words.
The Development Of Garden Flowers
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Author : Richard Gorer
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1970
The Development Of Garden Flowers written by Richard Gorer and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1970 with Nature categories.
Masters Of Japanese Calligraphy
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Author : Yoshiaki Shimizu
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1984
Masters Of Japanese Calligraphy written by Yoshiaki Shimizu and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1984 with Calligraphy, Chinese categories.