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portada Nichiren, the Person
Type
Physical Book
Publisher
Author
Language
English
Pages
212
Format
Paperback
ISBN13
9781257948840

Nichiren, the Person

Luigi Finocchiaro (Author) · Lulu Press · Paperback

Nichiren, the Person - Luigi Finocchiaro

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Synopsis "Nichiren, the Person"

Nichiren: The Man Behind the Legend Information about Nichiren (1222-1282), even in non-sectarian English sources, tends to focus primarily on his religious activities beginning in 1253-the generally accepted founding moment of the movement that bears his name. His early life, family background, and private circle remain partially obscure, leaving the initial phase of his biography shrouded in uncertainty, interwoven with speculation and legendary material. Much of what we know about Nichiren is filtered through sectarian sources, oral traditions, and Edo-period narrative embellishments. These often blend earlier folklore with later hagiographic reconstructions, guided less by historical detachment than by identity formation and plausibility within devotional frameworks. This book seeks to reconsider Nichiren as a historical person-without discarding the richness of the legendary. It examines illustrated biographies, visual culture, genealogies, documentary sources, and temple records to reconstruct his world with precision and care. Where available, it traces details such as his dietary habits, movements, and interpersonal relations, aiming to disentangle verifiable elements from sectarian overlay without erasing cultural memory. The goal is not to strip away myth, but to recognize its place within a broader historical and cultural context-allowing readers to encounter Nichiren as both a real figure and a meaningful symbol.

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