Birth Old Age Illness Death Iconography Buddhist Tales Japan

by Makoto Kasuya

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Birth Old Age Illness Death Iconography Buddhist Tales Japan Key Features ✔ Discover a profound exploration of Buddhist iconography with "Birth Old Age Illness Death Iconography: Reading Buddhist Tales," a scholarly work that delves into the depiction of life's fundamental stages in Japanese Buddhist art. This comprehensive book examines how Japanese culture has historically interpreted the "Four Sufferings"—birth, aging, illness, and death—through the lens of religious storytelling and visual symbolism. Using iconological analysis, the author reveals the psychological and spiritual perspectives of medieval Japan, offering insights that transcend time and space into contemporary understandings of life, death, and the universe. ✔ This groundbreaking volume combines art history, folklore, and religious studies, providing a unique perspective on how Buddhist narrative paintings communicate core teachings. It features detailed discussions on the nature of birth, aging, disease, and mortality, supported by rich visual analysis and cultural context. Ideal for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of Japanese art and Buddhism, this book offers a vital contribution to the fields of Japanese art history and religious iconography. ✔ Key Features: ✔ - In-depth analysis of Buddhist narrative paintings depicting life's stages ✔ - Explores Japanese interpretations of the "Four Sufferings" in cultural and religious contexts ✔ - Utilizes iconological methodology to interpret visual symbolism ✔

• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Fine

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