River of Fire, River of Water by Taitetsu Unno

Taitetsu Unno - one of the foremost authorities on Shin, or Pure Land, Buddhism - introduces us to the most popular form of Buddhism in Japan. With spiritual insight and unparalleled scholarship, Dr.

'synopsis' may belong to another edition of this title. Despite the difference in method, though, the goal of Pure Land is the same as other schools-the awakening of the true self.Ĭertain to take its place alongside great works such as Three Pillars of Zen, The Miracle of Mindfulness, and Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind-River of Fire, River of Water is an important step forward for American Buddhism. Consequently, its practice is harmonious with the workings of daily life, making it easily adaptable for seekers today. Unlike Zen, its counterpart which flourished in remote monasteries, the Pure Land tradition was the form of Buddhism practiced by common people. The Pure Land tradition dates back to the sixth century c.e., when Buddhism was first introduced in Japan. River of Fire, River of Water is an introduction to the practice of Pure Land Buddhism for readers with or without prior experience with it. Unique among the various practices of Buddhism, this 'new' form of spiritual practice is certain to enrich the growing practice of Buddhism in the United States, which is already quite familiar with Zen and Tibetan traditions. Taitetsu Unno-the foremost authority in the United States on Shin or Pure Land Buddhism-introduces us to the most popular form of Buddhism in Japan. With great spiritual insight and unparalleled scholarship, Dr.

River of Fire, River of Water by Taitetsu Unno