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I praise Amida's wisdom and virtue Shinran Shonin (1173-1263) composed three volumes of verses (wasan) in Japanese. These songs present the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha and the Pure Land Masters in an accessible, succinct and memorable way, so that we can hear the dharma with clarity. Jodo Wasan - Hymns of the Pure Land![]() The Hymns of the Pure Land encourage us, through an exploration of the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha in the sutras, to take refuge in Amida, the Buddha of immeasurable life and light.
The light of wisdom exceeds all measure, Koso Wasan - Hymns of the Pure Land Masters![]() In 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! Shozomatsu Wasan - Hymns of the Dharma-Ages![]() Finally, 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 (Namu-amida-butsu).
Such is the benevolence of Amida's great compassion, |
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