Japanese Buddhist Temples in Hawaii: An Illustrated Guide

Tanabe, George; Tanabe, Willa Jane

ISBN 10: 0824836634 / ISBN 13: 9780824836634

Edité par Latitude 20, 2012

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Synopsis :

Upon entering a Japanese Buddhist temple in Hawai'i, most people--whether first-time visitors or lifelong members--are overwhelmed by the elaborate and complex display of golden ornaments, intricately carved altar tables and incense burners, and images of venerable masters and bodhisattvas. These objects, as well as the architectural elements of the temple itself, have meanings that are often hidden in ancient symbolisms. This book, written by two local authorities on Japanese art and religion, provides a thorough yet accessible overview of Buddhism in Hawai'i followed by a temple-by-temple guide to the remaining structures across the state.

Introductory chapters cover the basic history, teachings, and practices of various denominations and the meanings of objects commonly found in temples. Taken together, they form a short primer on Buddhism in Japan and Hawai'i. The heart of the book is a narrative description of the ninety temples still extant in Hawai'i. Augmented by over 350 color photographs, each entry begins with historical background information and continues with descriptions of architecture, sanctuaries, statuary and ritual implements, columbariums, and grounds. Appended at the end is a chart listing each temple's denomination, membership number, and architectural type.

While many Buddhist temples in Hawai'i are active social and religious centers, a good number are in serious decline. In addition to being an introduction to Buddhism and a guide book, Japanese Buddhist Temples in Hawai'i is an indispensable historical record of what exists today and what may be gone tomorrow. It will appeal to temple members, pilgrims, residents and tourists interested in local cultural and historic sites, and historians of Buddhism in Hawai'i.

À propos de l?auteur: George J. Tanabe is professor emeritus in the Department of Religion at the University of Hawai‘i.

Willa Jane Tanabe is professor emeritus in the Department of Art and Art History and former dean of the School of Hawaiian, Asian, and Pacific Studies, University of Hawai‘i.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Japanese Buddhist Temples in Hawaii: An ...
Éditeur : Latitude 20
Date d'édition : 2012
Reliure : Hardcover
Etat : Very Good
Etat de la jaquette : No Jacket