Saichō and Kūkai: A Conflict of Interpretations

This article reappraises the interaction between Saichō (767-822) and Kūkai (774-835), founders, respectively, of the Japanese Tendai and Shingon schools of Buddhism. This new appraisal is based on the historical conditions in which these two men sought to introduce new types of Buddhism at the clos...

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Main Author: Abe, Ryūichi 1954- (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Nanzan Institute [1995]
In: Japanese journal of religious studies
Year: 1995, Volume: 22, Issue: 1/2, Pages: 103-137
Further subjects:B Mantras
B Buddhism
B Calligraphy
B Deities
B Religious Studies
B Priests
B Religious rituals
B Curricula
B Dharma
B Mandalas
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