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Routledge Buddhist Hagiography in Early Japan - Gyoki Tradition

Name: Routledge Buddhist Hagiography in Early Japan - Gyoki Tradition
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Explore the intersection of myth and lived experience in early Japanese history with Buddhist Hagiography in Early Japan. This scholarly work from the Routledge Studies in Asian Religion series examines how idealized biographies of saints and bodhisattvas functioned within Japanese society. Just as medieval Europe utilized the lives of saints in liturgical celebrations, Japan held a deep belief that reading the biographies of lofty monks could help a person acquire merit. Because these texts were often compiled by believers, the distinction between reality and fantasy is frequently blurred, providing a unique window into the spiritual landscape of the era. This specific study focuses on the bodhisattva Gyoki, a figure regarded as a monk who started a significant tradition. By analyzing these narratives, readers gain insight into how charismatic figures shaped religious identity and how hagiographies served as both sacred objects and historical records. This book is an essential resource for students and researchers interested in Japanese religious history, Buddhist studies, and the evolution of sacred biography.

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Part of the Routledge Studies in Asian Religion series for academic depth.

Detailed study of the bodhisattva Gyoki and his religious influence.

Examines the cultural belief that reading monk biographies generates merit.

Analyzes the blurred lines between historical reality and religious fantasy.

Provides historical context comparing Japanese hagiography to medieval Europe.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0415322456
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Historical > Countries & Regions > Japan
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 28 October 2004
Listed Since: 09 February 2007

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