Shinran is attributed by many as being a key figure in the development of Pureland Buddhism. The Shinsu myth states that the Budda Amida thought the fulfillment of the 48 laws be made during guests for Buddahood has established a spiritual realm known as the Pureland.
Any person reborn there is said to achieve a spontaneous enlightenment.
Amida has provided an alternate religious faith for those individuals who have little hope of enlightenment through Buddhism's stricter approaches. Saint Shinran embraced Pureland Buddhism and added two components, which quickly became part of Shinsu religion. Followers of Pureland Buddhism see Shinran's being the person who introduced a new mythic focal point and religious movement in the world. Shinran is such a consumate figure in the Shinsu's development that some believe he is actually the manifestation of Budda Amida.