Pure Land

noun

, Buddhism.

1. a paradise believed by the followers of a Mahayana sect Pure Land sect to be ruled over by a Buddha Amitābha, whose hope it is to bring all beings into it.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Pure Land¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

As a matter of fact, all sorts of additional burdens, besides the pure land taxes, were instituted and levied on most lands.

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After 50 years, when the farmers had acquired assets, there were pure land leases.

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