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“Winter always turns into Spring. Never, from ancient times on, has anyone heard or seen of winter turning back to autumn.”

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Book:The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin

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The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin

This book compiles the writings of Nichiren Daishonin, a 13th-century Japanese monk who founded the Nichiren Shōshū school of Buddhism. It includes his interpretations of the Lotus Sutra and his teachings on the importance of faith in the Lotus Sutra's central figure, Amida Buddha. more

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Japanese Buddhist monk and the founder of the Jodo Shinshu school of Buddhism. It is believed that Nichiren dedicated his life to promoting the Jodo Shinshu, emphasizing the power of faith and a simple way of life. His teachings have had a profound impact on posterity. more

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