Shin Buddhism

Shin Buddhism, also known as Pure Land Buddhism, is a Japanese school focusing on the belief in Amida Buddha, who offers salvation to all beings through his compassionate vow. Practitioners rely on faith and the recitation of the Nembutsu ("Namu Amida Butsu") to invoke Amida’s grace, aiming to be reborn in the Pure Land—a blissful realm ideal for reaching enlightenment. Emphasizing reliance on Buddha’s mercy rather than personal effort, Shin Buddhism encourages practitioners to cultivate gratitude and trust, making spiritual practice accessible to everyone regardless of their background.