Introduction to Shin Buddhist Thought recommended as background. This course takes the history of the Shin Buddhist tradition forward from the seven masters, examining the formation of the tradition by Shinran and its revitalization by Rennyo, as well as further developments into the Tokugawa and modern eras. Required of ministerial aspirants. The Seven Masters recommended as background. Reading tutorial introducing the study of Shin Buddhist texts written in modern Japanese.
Course is required for ministerial aspirants.
Reading tutorial introducing the study of Shin Buddhist texts written in classical Japanese and kambun. Modern Japanese, or instructor's permission is prerequisite to enrollment. Course is required for ministerial aspirants. Reading tutorial continuing the study of Shin Buddhist texts written in classical Japanese and kambun. HR 4562 is prerequisite to enrollment.