Shinran Buddhist Monk Statue, Taishō Period, Japan, 1920s

Dimensions: height 61 cm, width 22 cm, depth 19 cm.

The statue is made of plaster and finished with a copper green patina.

An authentic, meaningful accent for stylish interiors, particularly valuable for enthusiasts of Buddhism, Zen culture, and the aesthetic of wabi-sabi. The sacred statue is in good condition with normal signs of aging.

Shinran (親鸞, May 21, 1173 – January 16, 1263) was a Japanese Buddhist monk, born in Hino (now part of Fushimi, Kyoto) at the turbulent close of the Heian Period and lived during the Kamakura Period. Shinran was a disciple of Hōnen and the founder of what ultimately became the Jōdo Shinshū sect of Japanese Buddhism.Shinran remains a significant figure in Buddhism, especially within the Jōdo Shinshū school he founded. Known as the Shin Buddhist tradition, Jōdo Shinshū enjoys substantial popularity in Japan and has also influenced Buddhist communities outside Japan, including in North America and Brazil.

Shinran is esteemed for his emphasis on the concept of ‘tariki’ (other power) and his teachings highlighting the pivotal role of Amida Buddha in the salvation of all beings. His writings and doctrines have had a lasting impact on the evolution of Buddhism, particularly in shaping the understanding of salvation through grace.

Shinran is still considered an important figure within Buddhism, particularly within the Jōdo Shinshū school he founded. Jōdo Shinshū, also known as the Shin Buddhist tradition, has a significant following in Japan and has influenced Buddhist communities outside Japan, such as in North America and Brazil.

Shinran is valued for his focus on the concept of ‘tariki’ (other power) and his emphasis on the central role of Amida Buddha in saving all beings. His writings and teachings have had a lasting impact on the development of Buddhism, particularly in relation to the understanding of salvation through grace.