ISBN: 9781933316130

Priest, saint, and founder of the independent school of Pure Land (Jodo) Buddhism in 12th century Japan, Honen Shonin's importance has been largely unrecognised in the West, even though h… Mehr…

Priest, saint, and founder of the independent school of Pure Land (Jodo) Buddhism in 12th century Japan, Honen Shonin's importance has been largely unrecognised in the West, even though his legacy includes over twenty million living practitioners of Pure Land Buddhism in Japan. The Nile on eBay   FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE   Honen the Buddhist Saint by Joseph A. Fitzgerald Honen Shonin (1133-1212 A.D.) founded the largest Buddhist sect in Japan (Pure Land, or Shin). This edited biography contains an Introduction by renowned Buddhist scholar, Alfred Bloom. FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description Priest, saint, and founder of the independent school of Pure Land (Jodo) Buddhism in 12th century Japan, Honen Shonin's importance has been largely unrecognised in the West, even though his legacy includes over twenty million living practitioners of Pure Land Buddhism in Japan. "Honen the Buddhist Saint: His Life And Teachings" is the first and only English translation of a biography of this remarkable man. Edited by Joseph A. Fitzgerald, this edition combines illustrations from Japanese religious sites as well as Honen's own words which allow him to speak "from across the ages", to any human being, Buddhist or non-Buddhist, who desires to have faith and gain knowledge. Honen was known to such figures as Alan Watts, Joseph Campbell, Martin Heidegger and Jack Kerouac and, in addition, to all specialists in Japanese history, among them the well-known and respected scholar D.T. Suzuki. For the first time a condensed and more readable version of this crucial text is available to English speaking scholars and practitioners. "World Wisdom has provided a priceless service to contemporary Pure Land Buddhists in making [Honen] and his teachings accessible to a wider readership.The Buddhist world will ever be grateful to them" - Jim Pym, Pure Land Buddhist Fellowship, UK. Long Description Honen Shonin (1133-1212 A.D.) founded the largest Buddhist sect in Japan (Pure Land, or Shin). This edited biography contains an Introduction by renowned Buddhist scholar, Alfred Bloom. Details ISBN1933316136 Short Title HONEN BUDDHIST ST Publisher World Wisdom Books Series Spiritual Masters: East and West Language English Translator Harper Havelock Coates ISBN-10 1933316136 ISBN-13 9781933316130 Media Book Format Paperback Illustrations Yes Year 2006 Author Joseph A. Fitzgerald Imprint World Wisdom Books Subtitle Essential Writings and Official Biography Country of Publication United States Edited by Joseph A. Fitzgerald DOI 10.1604/9781933316130 UK Release Date 2006-10-18 AU Release Date 2006-10-18 NZ Release Date 2006-10-18 US Release Date 2006-10-18 Pages 192 Publication Date 2006-10-18 DEWEY 294.3 Audience General We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICYNo questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERYNo matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENTPeace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:137167136; , Neu, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], ISBN-13: 9781933316130, Publication Year: 2006, Format: Paperback, Language: English, Book Title: Honen the Buddhist Saint: Essential Writings and Official Biography, Item Height: 229mm, Genre: Biographies & True Stories, Topic: Buddhism, Item Width: 152mm, Number of Pages: 192 Pages, WORLD wisdom Books<

2006, ISBN: 1933316136

[EAN: 9781933316130], Neubuch, [PU: World Wisdom Books], Paperback. Priest, saint, and founder of the independent school of Pure Land (Jodo) Buddhism in 12th century Japan, Honen Shonin's… Mehr…

[EAN: 9781933316130], Neubuch, [PU: World Wisdom Books], Paperback. Priest, saint, and founder of the independent school of Pure Land (Jodo) Buddhism in 12th century Japan, Honen Shonin's importance has been largely unrecognised in the West, even though his legacy includes over twenty million living practitioners of Pure Land Buddhism in Japan. "Honen the Buddhist Saint: His Life And Teachings" is the first and only English translation of a biography of this remarkable man. Edited by Joseph A. Fitzgerald, this edition combines illustrations from Japanese religious sites as well as Honen's own words which allow him to speak "from across the ages", to any human being, Buddhist or non-Buddhist, who desires to have faith and gain knowledge. Honen was known to such figures as Alan Watts, Joseph Campbell, Martin Heidegger and Jack Kerouac and, in addition, to all specialists in Japanese history, among them the well-known and respected scholar D.T. Suzuki. For the first time a condensed and more readable version of this crucial text is available to English speaking scholars and practitioners. "World Wisdom has provided a priceless service to contemporary Pure Land Buddhists in making [Honen] and his teachings accessible to a wider readership.The Buddhist world will ever be grateful to them" - Jim Pym, Pure Land Buddhist Fellowship, UK. Honen Shonin (1133-1212 A.D.) founded the largest Buddhist sect in Japan (Pure Land, or Shin). This edited biography contains an Introduction by renowned Buddhist scholar, Alfred Bloom. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability., Books<

2006, ISBN: 9781933316130

Essential Writings and Official Biography, Buch, Softcover, Priest, saint, and founder of the independent school of Pure Land (Jodo) Buddhism in 12th century Japan, Honen Shonin's importa… Mehr…

Essential Writings and Official Biography, Buch, Softcover, Priest, saint, and founder of the independent school of Pure Land (Jodo) Buddhism in 12th century Japan, Honen Shonin's importance has been largely unrecognised in the West, even though his legacy includes over twenty million living practitioners of Pure Land Buddhism in Japan. "Honen the Buddhist Saint: His Life And Teachings" is the first and only English translation of a biography of this remarkable man. Edited by Joseph A. Fitzgerald, this edition combines illustrations from Japanese religious sites as well as Honen's own words which allow him to speak "from across the ages", to any human being, Buddhist or non-Buddhist, who desires to have faith and gain knowledge. Honen was known to such figures as Alan Watts, Joseph Campbell, Martin Heidegger and Jack Kerouac and, in addition, to all specialists in Japanese history, among them the well-known and respected scholar D.T. Suzuki. For the first time a condensed and more readable version of this crucial text is available to English speaking scholars and practitioners. "World Wisdom has provided a priceless service to contemporary Pure Land Buddhists in making [Honen] and his teachings accessible to a wider readership. The Buddhist world will ever be grateful to them" - Jim Pym, Pure Land Buddhist Fellowship, UK. [PU: World Wisdom Books], Seiten: 192, World Wisdom Books, 2006<

2006, ISBN: 9781933316130

Softcover, New title edition. 192 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.75 inches., [PU: World Wisdom Books]