A Short History Of The Twelve Japanese Buddhist Sects

by Bunyiu Nanjio

Book Overview

""A Short History of the Twelve Japanese Buddhist Sects"" by Nanjio Bunyio is a comprehensive guide to the history, teachings, and practices of the twelve major Buddhist sects in Japan. The book covers the origins of Buddhism in Japan, the introduction of different sects from China and Korea, and the development of uniquely Japanese forms of Buddhism. Each chapter focuses on a specific sect, including the Tendai, Shingon, Pure Land, and Zen traditions,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162959479
• ISBN13: 9781162959474
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"