Welcome to The Way of Jodo ShinshuShinran Shonin (1173-1263) compiled fine scholarly works in classical Chinese. But he also composed three volumes of hymns (wasan) in the common language of his day, so that everyone could hear the dharma of Amida Buddha. His hymns proclaim the way of Jodo Shinshu ('true Pure Land Buddhism' also known as 'Shin Buddhism') to the world.
Songs of Light Essays on Shinran's Hymns(1) Jodo Wasan - Hymns of the Pure LandThe Hymns of the Pure Land encourage us, through an exploration of the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha in the sutras, to take refuge in Amida Buddha, the Tathagata of inconceivable light.
The light of wisdom exceeds all measure, (2) Koso Wasan - Hymns of the Pure Land MastersIn these verses we hear the living teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha and the seven Dharma Masters, who are the historical manifestation of the compassionate Vow of Amida Buddha, and continue to guide us in our time.
Eminent Pure Land teachers of India, China and Japan! (3) Shozomatsu Wasan - Hymns of the Dharma-AgesFinally, we are now in a time far from that of Shakyamuni Buddha. Hence, true realisation is all the more remarkable, and brings immense gratitude and joy, deep self-awareness, and an enthusiastic life of nembutsu (Namo Amida Butsu).
Such is the benevolence of Amida's great compassion, |
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