Reinterpreting Eikan 永観: Debate in the Insei Period (1086–1192)

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  • 永観を見なおす――院政期の論義と永観――
  • エイカン オ ミナオス : インセイキ ノ ロンギ ト エイカン

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<p>Eikan (永観, 1033–1111) has been studied as a Jōdo thinker. However, he was also active as a debater. In his time, debate was connected with royal power and was very vibrant. Eikan participated in many debates, but refused to participate three times. So we need to consider what he thought of debate.</p><p>According to his main work, Ōjō Jūin (往生拾因), he devalued language. He also emphasized continuing nenbutsu practice. This seems to have led to his unwillingness to participate in debate, and he focus instead on long-term nenbutsu recitation.</p>

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