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Buddhist Healing in Contemporary Japan (with Rev. Nathan Jishin Michon)

New Books in Japanese Studies

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Shingon Buddhism: Healing, Rituals, and Adaptation

This chapter explores the practice of Shingon Buddhism in relation to healing, rituals, and adaptation. The speaker discusses their personal background and journey in Buddhism, their collaboration on a translation project, and the training program for the Shingon priesthood in Japan. They also delve into the extensive repertoire of healing ceremonies and rituals in Shingon tradition, including the use of visualizations, meditations, and specific practices for healing. Additionally, the chapter touches on the use of Buddha statues during the dying process and the secretive nature of Shingon exorcisms.

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