Ealc Final Exam Flashcards
What are the (6) realms of Pure Land Buddhism
- Realm of Celestials
- Realm of Human Beings
- Realm of Raging Spirits
- Realm of Animals
- Realm of hungry Ghosts
- Realm of Hell
What is the state in which one is released from the reincarnation and not be reborn again?
Nirvana
True or False: Pure Land Buddhism DOES NOT promise Nirvana but an immortal life in the Pure Land
True
In Pure Land Buddist mandala what was the hand gesture called used to teach?
Turning of the Wheel
The Lotus, pond, or lake are most associated with……?
Pure Land Buddhism
What did the Lotus flower mean?
It was a symbol of Purity used in reference with rebirth.
What were 3 ways to ensure you were reborn in to Amida Buddha’s Pure Land?
- Chant Amida Buddhas Name 10 times right before death and in sincerity.
- Visualize Amida’s Western Pure Land at the moment of death.
3.Making and commissioning Buddhist buildings, images, sutras, to accumulate good karma.
Which building is an example of a 3-D Pure Land Buddhism?
Byodoin or Pheonix Hall
What technique did the sculptors use in the creation of the Amida Buddha in Phoenix Hall?
Joint Block technique in 11th century
How do you worship Amida Inside the Phoenix Hall?
Enter from the East and walk around the Buddha sculpture in a clockwise direction. And Bow to Amida Buddha
Why did Yorimichi build the Phoenix hall?
To make it easier to understand and visualize the Western Pure Land
which century was the Chusonji hall constructed in?
9th century
What is another name for the Konjikido Hall?
Golden Hall
What is the Hall Konjikido?
It is a combination of Amida Hall and Mausoleum.
What is inside the Konjikido Hall?
an altar with the mummified remains of Fujiwara no Kiyohira, his son, his grandson and great grandson.
Which century was the Konjikido Golden hall temple constructed?
12th century
What was the Chunsonji?
A very important Buddhist temple
Which 2 buildings are covered in complete gold?
- Konjikido Golden Hall
- Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion Temple
What is a Jizo Bodhisattva?
They are saviours of children from hell’s torment.
What 2 items can a Jizo Bodhisattva be seen holding?
A Monks Staff and a sacred Jewel
Why was the Konjikido covered in Gold?
It was said to counter act the impurities of the mummified remains inside.
True or False: Corpses are pure
False
True or False: Ashes and Bleached Remains are free of impurities
True
Which metal element is associated with Purification?
Gold
Why is gold important? (3)
1.It is a sign of Wealth
2.In Buddhism it is believed to be a holy substance, often used to adorn where the dieties reside.
3. Gold is the color of Amida Buddhas skin.
Why is Amida Buddha’s Western Pure Land all in gold?
Because Amida Buddhas skin is gold which reflects gold to all.
True or False: If they are not ashes they are not relics
True
How are Japanese Screens read?
Right to Left
What is a Waka?
Classical Japanese poetry that is short and used to express and convey emotions.
What is Yoshino?
Mountain renown for its cherry blossoms.
What is Shugendo?
Syncretic blend of Buddhism, shinto, and mountain worship
What do Shugendo Practitioners do on Yoshino?
They plant cherry blossom trees as offerings to the tutelary Deity
True or False: Yoshino is connected to the Imperial family.
True
What is the Tatsuta river?
A River in Nara renowned for its bright colored foliage on the river
Which two folding screens are often paired together.
Yoshino and Tatsuta
Which season does Yoshino screen depict?
Spring
Which season does Tatsuta depict?
Fall
3 Reasons why Yoshino and Tatsuta paired
1.They represent Yin and Yang
2. They represent perfect balance and all seasons
3. It is a reflection of the state of the Imperial Rule, depicting orderly balanced nation.
Which yin/yang does Yoshino represent?
Yang for the Yoshino mountain that is un-movable.
Which yin/yang does Tatsuta represent?
Yin for the element of the river and change
What is the main take away from the Tatsuta and Yoshino screens?
They are conceptualized images that do not really exist but used to conceptualize
What is a Byobu?
Free standing folding screen made of paper/silk with a wooden frame
What did Byobu screens do to rooms?
They would create a temporary space/setting
When were Byobu screens used?
For special occasions
What is Kumano
A popular pilgrimage site that consists of three shrines
What is the name of the festival that occurs every July 14th?
Nachi Fire Festival
What is nachi?
Nachi water fall in Kumano
What occurs during the Nachi Fire Festival?
The kami residing in the shrines are taken to the falls and back.
How many torch barrels are there?
12
How do the monks purify the path?
They run up and down stairs with giant torch barrels
What does fire symbolize
Purification
Why are fans used in the festival?
For good health and harvest
What does the Nachi Fire Festival do to the kami?
Revives their power
Which plant is associated with the Nachi Fire Festival?
Iris Flower
Why is the iris flower used in the Nachi Fire Festival?
They are said to ward off evil spirits and diseases
What is one visual representation of Kumano?
The Nachi Pilgrimage mandala
Is there a difference between Mandala and Mandara?
Yes!
What is Mandala used for?
Only be used to describe the Diamond Mandala
What is Mandara used for?
Should be used in regards to the Pilgrimage
Why is the sun and moon depicted in the Mandara?
To symbolize yin and yang, birth of light, the end of the day, Perfect balance.
Why are there couples all over the Mandara?
They were meant for those viewing the mandara to envision themselves there and to encourage couples to attend.
True or False: Watching a Ritual suicide brings one good karma
True
Who is Kannon?
The Bodhisattva of Compassion
Why did Ritual suicides happen?
Believed they could reach the pure land of bodhisattva from the shore of nachi
What is the name of the recitation of the Nachi pilgrimage mandala?
Etoki
Who explains the Nachi Pilgrimage Mandala?
Nuns
What 2 Worlds make up the Kumano Mind Contemplation Ten Worlds mandala
1.The 4 sacred realms (shishokai)
2. The 6 realms of transmigration (rokudo)
What are the 4 sacred realms?
1.Buddhas
2.Bodhisattvas
3.Sravakas
4.Pratyekbuddhas
What are the 6 realms of Transmigration?
- Realm of Celestials
- Realm of Human Beings
- Realms of DemiGods/Raging Spirits
- Realms of Animals
- Realms of Hungry Ghosts
6.Realms of hell
Who is the judge of the after world?
King Enma in red
What does the Hill of Age depict?
Depicts the exemplary Life stages of a human from birth to death
What did the Hill of age encourage?
For people to have children and grand children and great grand children.
Who is in the river of the nether world?
Jizo Bodhisattva and children who died before their parents.
Who established the Muromachi government in 14th century?
Ashikaga Shogun
What are the 2 temples created by the Ashikaga shoguns?
- Golden Pavilion Temple (Kinkakuji)
- Silver Pavilion Temple (Ginkakuji)