Rennyo (1415-1499) was the 8th head priest of Hongan-ji Temple and a central figure in the revival of the Jodo Shinshu sect of Buddhism during the mid-Muromachi period. His secular name was Kanehisa, and his Buddhist name was Rennyo. He is generally known as "Rennyo Shonin" (Saint Rennyo). ■ Biography Rennyo was born in Kyoto, the son of Zonyo, the 7th head priest of Hongan-ji Temple. He entered the priesthood at a young age and, after studying at Enryaku-ji Temple, became the head priest of Hongan-ji Temple in 1447. At that time, Hongan-ji Temple was in decline, and the number of believers had decreased. However, Rennyo devoted himself to missionary work and greatly revived the religious order. ■ Evangelistic Activities To make the teachings of Shinshu Buddhism easier to understand, Rennyo sent "Gobunsho" (written sermons) in plain language to followers throughout the country to spread the faith. These were later compiled as "Gocho Gobun" and are still important scriptures for Shinshu followers today. He also established a base for missionary work in Yoshizaki, Echizen (present-day Awara City, Fukui Prefecture), and expanded the religious network throughout the country, centered on the temple called "Yoshizaki Gobo." ■ Later Years and Achievements In his later years, he moved his base to Sakai and Yamashina, and in his later years, he rebuilt Hongan-ji Temple in Yamashina, Kyoto. After that, he laid the foundation for Hongan-ji Temple, which continues to the present-day Nishi Hongan-ji Temple. He passed away in 1499 at the age of 85. Dimensions (including roller ends) ★ Approx. 57 x 157 cm Paper dimensions ★ Approx. 36 x 91 cm ・There is some discoloration. ・Please note that there may be slight differences in color between the images shown and the actual item. ・If you purchase paintings, etc., and hang them on the wall, please make sure to check the strength of the cords and hardware. We also recommend that you periodically check to see if the strength has deteriorated. ・Please take a good look at the images and understand that this is a used item before purchasing. ※ Regarding works with the name of a specific artist in the product title of art objects. 【Genuine】Works that can be guaranteed to be genuine. If a work is judged to be a forgery by a public appraisal institution within 90 days of the date of purchase, we will refund the purchase price after the work is returned. Appraisal fees and other expenses will be borne by the purchaser. 【Copy】All works that are suspected of not being genuine are labeled as copies. Please confirm the above before purchasing.