Buddhist Psalms translated from the Japanese of Shinran Shonin
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A collection of devotional poems by Shinran Shonin, founder of the Jodo Shinshu school of Pure Land Buddhism. These verses express deep faith and gratitude towards Amida Buddha, emphasizing salvation through reliance on his vow. The language is lyrical yet straightforward, with repetitive structures that aid comprehension. For learners, it offers exposure to religious and philosophical vocabulary in a poetic, meditative context.
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- Suits learners around level B2: you read the original, not a simplified retelling.
- 2,066 distinct words, each one a tap away from your personal vocabulary list.
- Read in English, glance at the translation under any sentence you are unsure of, and listen to natural read-aloud voices to train your ear.
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