The priest Myōe (1173–1232) of Kōsanji Temple kept records of his dreams throughout his life. This is one such record. He writes that in his dream, while he was chanting prayers to Amida (Skt. Amitābha), a golden ray of light emanated from the west and illuminated his brow.
NOJIRI TadashiEnglish by Mary Lewine
Buddhist Art Paradise: Jewels of the Nara National Museum. Nara National Museum, 2021.7, p.334, no.189.
Important Art Object
Myōe Shōnin Yumenoki (April 22)
Hanging scroll; ink on paper
Kamakura period 13th century
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| Accession Number | 1259-0 |
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| Category | Writings |
| Artist, Maker or Writer | MyMe |
| Bibliography | Buddhist Art Paradise: Jewels of the Nara National Museum. Nara National Museum, 2021.7, 354p. |