The rakan, the greatest disciples of Buddha 阿羅漢

  • Published on : 17/06/2020
  • by : S.V.
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Rakan in Japanese Zen Buddhism

The rakan, the enlightened disciples of Buddha, have been the subject of very popular devotion since the time of Edo. They occupy such a special place in Japanese Zen Buddhism that they have become traditional figures of Japanese art.

Rakan under the red maple leaves

Rakan under the red maple leaves

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Rakan from Otagi Nenbutsu temple in Arashiyama

Rakan from Otagi Nenbutsu temple in Arashiyama

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