Nichiren Buddhism
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Nichiren Buddhism
After Nichiren (1222–82), a Japanese Buddhist monk who advocated the doctrine
Example Sentences
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The group practices Nichiren Buddhism, a tradition that emphasises individual empowerment and inner transformation.
From BBC
Along with his two predecessors, Ikeda is credited with reviving Nichiren Buddhism in the modern age, making it more accessible for present-day practitioners by emphasizing a philosophy of goodness, respect for others and being happy and at peace.
From Seattle Times
The Grammy-winning singer, who grew up Baptist, eventually transitioned from reciting “The Lord’s Prayer” to chanting the basic prayer within Nichiren Buddhism, “nam-myoho-renge-kyo,” which translates to devotion to the mystic law of cause and effect.
From Los Angeles Times
The woman, Valerie Bishop, was a member of the Soka Gakkai community, a form of Nichiren Buddhism, which is active throughout West Los Angeles, near where the Turners lived and recorded music.
From Los Angeles Times
The loss had led Wayne and Ana Maria to delve into Nichiren Buddhism.
From New York Times
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