Nichiren was a Buddhist monk from Japan, best known for Writings of Nichiren Shonin.
Quick Facts About Nichiren
Born
March 30, 1222
Died
November 14, 1282
Nationality
Japan
Profession
Buddhist Monk
Notable works
Writings of Nichiren Shonin
Known for
Dai Gohonzon, Risshō Ankokuron, On Repaying Debts of Gratitude, The Selection of the Time, Kaimoku-sho
About Nichiren
Nichiren was a Japanese Buddhist monk and philosopher of the Kamakura period. His teachings form the basis of Nichiren Buddhism, a unique branch of Japanese Mahayana Buddhism based on the Lotus Sutra.
