Skip to content
Higashi Honganji USA

Higashi Honganji USA

Jodo Shinshu Buddhism for everyone

  • HOME
  • Articles
  • Buddhism
  • Notable Teachers
  • Events
  • Q&A
  • Video
  • Services
  • Calendar
  • About
  • Contact

Day: January 9, 2026

Posted on January 9, 2026January 11, 2026

Shinran Shōnin: the Truly Settled (shōjōju)

By Bishop Takami Inoue

Throughout his 90-year life, Shinran Shōnin (1173-1262) continuously asked important religious questions. His many writings—including letters, hymns (wasan) and commentaries—peaked in his mid-80s, expressing his deep understanding. Continue reading “Shinran Shōnin: the Truly Settled (shōjōju)”

Contact

Address
505 East Third Street
Los Angeles, CA 90013

Email: info@higashihonganjiusa.org

Hours
Monday—Friday: 9:00AM–5:00PM
Saturday & Sunday: 9:00AM–5:00PM

About This Site

Higashi Honganji Buddhist temples follow a Buddhist tradition called Jodo Shinshu, or “True Essence of Pure Land Buddhism,” and is affiliated with the Shinshu Otani-ha denomination, based in Kyoto, Japan.

Search

Publications

January 2026
S M T W T F S
 123
45678910
11121314151617
18192021222324
25262728293031
« Dec    

Copyright

All articles can only be copied or repost when original link is referenced. Copyright by Higashi Honganji North America Mission

About This Site

Higashi Honganji Buddhist temples follow a Buddhist tradition called Jodo Shinshu, or “True Essence of Pure Land Buddhism,” and is affiliated with the Shinshu Otani-ha denomination, based in Kyoto, Japan.

Search

  • HOME
  • Articles
  • Buddhism
  • Notable Teachers
  • Events
  • Q&A
  • Video
  • Services
  • Calendar
  • About
  • Contact
Proudly powered by WordPress