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Pure Land Buddhism is a 2,500-year-old spiritual tradition based on the Teachings of the Buddha. It is the most popular and widespread form of Buddhism in the world today. Historically it is one of the most successful religious movements within Buddhism. Its popularity comes from its easy form of practice, which can be performed by all people (of any ethnic group, class or gender) under the rigors of daily life.

Below are some articles from the BFF Dharma Pages that will help you learn more are Pure Land Buddhism.

DHARMA TALKS ON-LINE: Listen to Dharma Talks from past Sunday Services and other guest speakers from the Seattle Betsuin Church.

THE GOSPEL OF BUDDHA written by Paul Carus in 1898 is a Western Buddhist classic. It recounts the life and teachings of Lord Buddha.

BASIC PURELAND BUDDHIST SCRIPTURES AND COMMENTARIES includes the Larger and Smaller Sutras, On Faith Alone and Glossary

THE COLLECTED WORKS OF SHINRAN SHONIN sponsored by the Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha offers all of the works of this Buddhist reformer. It is a must to read ans study!

SHIN BUDDHIST SELF-STUDY COURSE: The intention of this course is to enable the reader to explore Shin Buddhism, also known as Jodo Shinshu, historically and in modern context. This course is by Dr. Alfred Bloom, Professor Emeritus - Department of Religion, University of Hawaii

ANJIN KETUJO SHO: ON THE ATTAINMENT OF TRUE FAITH: Written in the 13th century by an unknown Japanese author, this Pure Land classic treatise offers an inspiring and concise look into the Buddhist faith and hope.

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GUIDELINES IN TALKING WITH NON-BUDDHISTS by Rev. Kenneth K. Tanaka, Ph.D. This web site offers as a suggested set of guidelines for Pure Land Buddhists to more effectively in responding to questions from people of other faiths or other schools of Buddhism.

BUDDHIST FUN & GAMES: Crossword Puzzles, Word Searches, Trivia Quizzes and Genius Test. Sponsored by the Venice Honwanji Buddhist Temple.

JODO SHINSHU: A BRIEF INTRODUCTION by Reverend Kenryu Tsuji describes the life of Shinran Shonin, the main scriptures, Primal Vow and Nembutsu, Shin writings and Other Power.

For detailed information, look below at these excellent articles that explore the question: "What is Pure Land Buddhism?"

JODO-SHINSHU BUDDHISM PRIMER which is excerpted & adapted from the book, "Ocean" by Dr. Kenneth Tanaka. This site explores this non-monastic, family centered, Buddhist school through its basic teachings and terms, its Sacred Story, history and founder, and is compared and contrasted with Christianity. It is a good read!

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A PRIMER OF SHIN BUDDHISM This Australian e-booklet offers an excellent introduction to Pure Land Buddhism. It covers the nature of Amida and the Pure Land, Entrusting Faith (Shinjin), the Sacred Name (Nembustsu), the Last Age, and Shin's history and views on meditation.

"We should know that the Primal Vow of Amida does not discriminate whether one is young or old, good or evil. True faith alone is necessary, for the Vow was made to save sentient beings who are burdened with great karmic evil and intense, fiery passions."

Tannisho I
By Shinran Shonin