Jōdo-Hōmon-Genrushō

Jōdo-Hōmon-Genrushō by Mark L. Blum, published by Oxford University Press, USA in 2002, is an annotated edition comprising 470 pages. This book presents a critical examination of the thought and influence of the late 13th-century Buddhist historian Gyonen, alongside the development of the Pure Land school of Buddhism established by Honen. Blum offers a clear and fully annotated translation of Gyonen’s only surviving Pure Land text, documenting the historical transmission and philosophical evolution of this school from India to China and Japan.

Readers will find an in-depth exploration of the emergence of Pure Land Buddhism as a significant religious movement during the Kamakura period. The text serves as a vital record of the philosophical developments and historical context surrounding this influential school. With its focus on religion and history, this work provides valuable insights into the dynamics of Buddhist thought and its impact on society during a transformative era.