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

Chan Buddhism, like Pure Land, deemphasized scriptural study but rejected the notion of personal devotion to a savior.

From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023

Chan Buddhism was austere and monastic in character, whereas Pure Land was the more popular form observed by lay people.

From Textbooks • Apr. 19, 2023

My Pure Land is based on a contemporary true story: a young woman called Nazo Dharejo defended her family home from 200 armed assailants.

From The Guardian • Oct. 13, 2017

Towards a Pure Land – will be performed in sequence, conducted by Ilan Volkov.

From The Guardian • Jul. 17, 2011

The Pure Land is the western world where Amida lives.

From The Religions of Japan From the Dawn of History to the Era of Méiji by Griffis, William Elliot