Episode 487 - The Nation's Kitchen, Part 2
History of Japan
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The Evolution of Pure Land Buddhism in Japan
This chapter explores the different sects of Japanese Buddhism, focusing on Zen, Nichiren, and particularly Pure Land Buddhism, highlighting its beliefs and historical development. It examines the impact of key figures like Renyo and the establishment of Isshiyama Honganji during the Sengoku period, culminating in significant political and social transformations in Japan.
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