Buddhists approach inconsistencies in sacred texts with discernment, contextual understanding and an emphasis on the ...

One of the highlights of the event is a famous statue of a Standing Saint Kuya with six small statues of Amida Buddha emerging from his mouth. It is said that the statues represent each character ...

He realized that he actually did know enough about Buddhism, and he was judging it with a prejudiced view. Soon after Nishimura started his training, he found a passage from the "Amida Sutra ...

(33 x 17.78 x 24.13 cm). Asia Society, New York: Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller 3rd Collection, 1979.115. Amida Raigo (Descent of Buddha Amitabha) detail, late 13th century. Japan. Hanging scroll ...

Inside, you'll find a magnificent statue of Amida Buddha (Amida Nyorai), masterfully sculpted by Jocho, one of the Heian period’s most renowned Buddhist artisans. Byodoin’s architecture was designed ...

On the second floor, you can see displays of Buddhist statues and other treasures of Engyo-ji. The current Jogyodo building is from the Muromachi Period. This temple is dedicated to Amida Nyorai ...

Will you support our work and become a Vox Member today? Buddhism warns of greed, hatred, and delusion. Resort-goers in the latest season of the HBO hit should be concerned. Alex Abad-Santos is a ...

In January, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) found Buddhist artifacts three colossal Buddha heads, hundreds of votive stupas, stone inscriptions, and images of Buddhist gods and goddesses ...