Amida Buddha

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Amida Buddha

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Date
second half 17th century
Medium
Hanging scroll, ink and color on paper
Department
Asian Art
Institution
Minneapolis Institute of Art
Object ID
32407

Amida, the Buddha of Infinite Light, is widely worshiped in Japan. Devotion to Amida and recitation of his name at the moment of death assure the faithful of rebirth in western Paradise, where sentient souls can strive toward enlightenment without the pain and suffering associated with earthly life. This painting shows Amida descending from the heavens to receive the soul of a dying devotee. Known as raigo_ , or Welcoming Descent, such works vividly illustrate Amida's boundless compassion. Asia

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Gift of Harriet and Edson Spencer

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