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1. Pure Land Buddhism

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   Pure Land Buddhism is one of the most widespread and influential branches of Mahāyāna Buddhism, particularly prevalent in East Asia (China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam). It is characterized by devotion to Amitābha Buddha (Sanskrit: Amitāyus or Amitabha), often referred to as Amida in Japan, and the aspiration to be reborn in his Western Paradise, known as the Land of Bliss or Sukhāvatī. This tradition fundamentally emphasizes reliance upon the power of the Buddha rather than solely on self-effort (jiriki) for l…