Buddha at Todaji

Japan's Todaji Temple is a beautiful and historical temple. In 752 Toddaji was constructed as the head of all provincial Buddhist temples. Todaji holds the largest Buddha in Japan. The Todaji temple is definitely a keyhole peek into the world of Buddism. While at Todaji I could hear a group praying chants, smell incense, and see the magnificent Buddha sending vibes of tranquility and peace. Buddhism is not native to Japan, but it has certainly integrated itself into the culture. As shown in my earlier posts a man is praying at his family alter. He is Buddhist. I have seen that a offering is made for the dead every night. The offering often consists of rice. The Todaji temple is a place to make offerings as well, however it is not the same kind of offerings. Once inside many people bow their heads put their hands together and pray to the Buddha statue. His mere bronze presence puts a hush in the temple that can only be the devoid sound of prayer and deep concentration. Other deities lavish Todaji but the great Buddha is the reason people come to Todaji. It is quite a remarkable place.


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