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Welcoming Descent of Amida (Amida Raigō)
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In the Pure Land school of Buddhism, Amida Buddha is the focus of worship. Pictured here is the <em>raigō</em>, or the moment when Amida descends with his retinue to welcome a dying person into his Pure Land, called the Western Paradise. Once there, a person can concentrate on becoming enlightened. Images like this one could be placed before a person on their deathbed to help them stay faithful and motivated to attain birth in the Pure Land.
| Artist / Maker | Japan, Kamakura period (1185–1333) |
|---|---|
| Date | 1300–1333 |
| Culture / Origin | Japan, Kamakura period (1185–1333) |
| Medium | hanging scroll; ink, color and gold on silk |
| Dimensions | Painting: 171.8 x 84.5 cm (67 5/8 x 33 1/4 in.); Mounted: 269.1 x 113.3 cm (105 15/16 x 44 5/8 in.) |
| Department | Japanese Art |
| Type | Painting |
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