Pure Land

American  

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.

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Etymology

Origin of Pure Land

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

“Amitabha Pure Land Rebirth Mantra” is one of the sutras they use in song.

From Los Angeles Times

“We are a pure land,” he said.

From New York Times

“Let’s not plant anything but the seed of love and friendship in this pure land,” a line next to his painted profile reads.

From The Guardian

“Hey, son of the wind,” Sharma prayed toward the fire, referring to Lord Hanuman, “remove Gandhi’s filthy soul from this pure land.”

From Seattle Times

“Our hero stopped Gandhi’s poison from spreading in this pure land,” she said.

From Seattle Times