1 1
Obaku Zen
Obaku Zen

Obaku Zen - Paperback

$61.72
$61.72
(-0%)
Report copyright infringementby Helen J. Baroni (Author)This is the first detailed English-language study of the Obaku branch...
Vendor: BooksCloud
Availability: In stock
Product type: Books
Subtotal: $61.72
10 customers are viewing this product

Free Shipping

Free standard shipping on orders over $99

Estimated to be delivered on 6-12 Days.

Refund & Return Policy

Learn More.
Product Descriptions:

by Helen J. Baroni (Author)

This is the first detailed English-language study of the Obaku branch of Japanese Zen. Beginning with the founding of the sect in Japan by Chinese monks in the seventeenth century, the volume describes the conflicts and maneuverings within the Buddhist and secular communities that led to the emergence of Obaku as a distinctive institution during the early Tokugawa period. Throughout the author explores a wide range of texts and includes excerpts from important primary documents such as the Zenrin shuheishu and the Obaku geki, translated here for the first time. She provides an impressive portrait of the founding Chinese leadership and the first generation of Japanese converts, whose work enabled the fledgling sect to grow and take its place beside existing branches of the closely related Rinzai Zen sect.

Obaku's distinctive Chinese practices and characteristics set it apart from its Japanese counterparts. In an innovative investigation of these differences, the author uses techniques derived from the contemporary study of new religious movements in the West to explain both Obaku's successes and failures in its relations with other Japanese Buddhist sects. She illuminates the role of government support in the initial establishment of the main monastery, Mampuku-ji, and the ongoing involvement of the bakufu and the imperial family in Obaku's early development. Hers is a thorough and well-governed analysis that brings to the fore a religious movement that has been much neglected in Japanese and Western scholarship despite its tremendous influence on modern Japanese Buddhism as a whole.
Number of Pages: 296
Dimensions: 0.71 x 8.99 x 6.04 IN
Publication Date: January 31, 2000
Shipping And Delivery Policy

At Lumaryon Universal, we are committed to providing a smooth and reliable shipping experience for every customer. All orders are carefully processed within 1–3 business days, excluding weekends and and public holidays.

Once dispatched, orders are shipped using trusted carriers, with an estimated delivery timeframe of 6–12 business days, depending on your location and carrier conditions. Customers will receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking information as soon as their order is shipped, allowing them to monitor delivery progress.

While we strive to meet estimated delivery times, occasional delays may occur due to factors beyond our control, such as weather conditions or carrier disruptions. Our team remains available to assist with any shipping or delivery inquiries to ensure a secure and hassle-free shopping experience.

FREE SHIPPING!

Free Shipping On All Orders Over $99

24/7 Support

Our support team always ready for you to 7 days a week

Secure Payment

100% Secure Transactions

30-DAY EASY RETURNS

30 Day Return Policy

Related Products

Example product title
$61.72
$61.72
(-0%)
Example product title
$61.72
$61.72
(-0%)
Example product title
$61.72
$61.72
(-0%)
Example product title
$61.72
$61.72
(-0%)
Example product title
$61.72
$61.72
(-0%)
Example product title
$61.72
$61.72
(-0%)
Example product title
$61.72
$61.72
(-0%)
Example product title
$61.72
$61.72
(-0%)
Example product title
$61.72
$61.72
(-0%)
Example product title
$61.72
$61.72
(-0%)

Recently Viewed Products