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Nichiren The Buddhist Prophet (1916) by Masaharu Anesaki explores the life and teachings of Nichiren, a 13th-century Japanese Buddhist monk. Anesaki examines Nichiren’s revolutionary approach to Buddhism, emphasizing the exclusive devotion to the Lotus Sutra and his challenge to established Buddhist practices. The book details Nichiren’s spiritual journey, his advocacy for social reform, and his efforts to unify Japan under the banner of Buddhism. Anesaki presents Nichiren as a prophet who sought to restore authentic Buddhist teachings in an age of corruption, highlighting his enduring impact on Japanese religion and society.
