Japanese Civilization, Its Significance and Realization

"Japanese Civilization, Its Significance and Realization; Nichirenism and the Japanese National Principles" is an in-depth examination of the philosophical and religious foundations that underpin Japanese society. The work explores the intricate relationship between Nichirenism-a significant branch of Mahayana Buddhism-and the development of Japan's national identity and moral principles. It provides a comprehensive analysis of how religious doctrine influences political and social structures, focusing on the specific concepts of statehood and spiritual realization within the Japanese context.Through a blend of historical context and philosophical inquiry, the text elucidates the significance of Nichiren's teachings in the modern era, arguing for their central role in the realization of Japanese civilization. The book covers essential topics such as the essence of the Japanese spirit, the ethical duties of the citizen, and the historical evolution of national ideals. This work serves as an essential resource for scholars of Asian studies, religious history, and political philosophy, offering a detailed perspective on the ideological forces that shaped Japan during the early twentieth century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 266, Paperback, Tradd Street Press