The Creed of Half Japan

The Creed of Half Japan: Historical Sketches of Japanese Buddhism by Arthur Lloyd is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the history and evolution of Buddhism in Japan. The book provides a detailed account of the origins of Buddhism in Japan, tracing its roots back to the arrival of the first Buddhist missionaries from China and Korea in the 6th century. The author delves into the different schools of Buddhism that have emerged in Japan over the centuries, including Tendai, Shingon, Pure Land, and Zen. He also examines the impact of Buddhism on Japanese society and culture, from the influence of Buddhist art and architecture to the role of Buddhist temples in shaping local communities.Throughout the book, Lloyd offers a nuanced and balanced perspective on the complex relationship between Buddhism and Japanese society, highlighting both the positive and negative aspects of this enduring spiritual tradition. He also provides fascinating insights into the lives and teachings of some of Japan's most influential Buddhist figures, including Nichiren, Dogen, and Shinran.Overall, The Creed of Half Japan is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and philosophy of Buddhism, as well as the cultural and religious heritage of Japan. With its engaging narrative style and richly detailed analysis, this book is sure to captivate and enlighten readers of all backgrounds and interests.1911. Contents: Mahayana; The Stage on which Sakyamuni Made His Appearance; The Buddha and his Greatest Disciple; The Pre-Christian Expansion of Buddhism; Pushyamitra; The New Testament in Touch with the East; Alexandria and Antioch at the Time of Christ; The Legend of St. Thomas; The Call from China; Buddhism Just Before the Coming of Christianity; As'Vaghosha; Nagarjuna; The Missionaries of the Han; Dharmagupta; Manichaeism; China in the Third, Fourth, and Fifth Centuries; Buddhism Reaches Japan; The Crown Prince Shotoku Taishi; Buddhism During the Nara Period; Heian Buddhism; Namudaishi; The Buddhism of the Gempei Period; The Buddhism of Kamakura; Nichiren and the Earlier Sects; Rissho Ankoju Ron; The Mongols; the Buddhism of the Muromachi Age; The Period of the Catholic Missions; The Buddhism of the Tokugawa Period; and Recapitulation.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.