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Nichijū

1314 – 1392

Buddhist monk

Buddhist monk
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About Nichijū

Lived 1314 – 1392 (aged 77–78). Nichijū was a buddhist monk.

Nichijū (日什) (1314–1392) was an early Nichiren Buddhist who founded the Nichijū-ha subsect, the origin of Kempon Hokke. He was converted from Tendai Buddhism by Nichijin in 1379, at the age of 65.

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Important facts

Born
1314
Birth century
14th century
Died
1392
Occupation
Buddhist monk

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Nichijū?

Buddhist monk

When was Nichijū born?

Nichijū was born in 1314.

When did Nichijū die?

Nichijū died in 1392.

What was Nichijū's occupation?

Nichijū was a buddhist monk.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Nichijū

· Wikidata: Q7024846

· DBpedia: Nichijū

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