How Shakyamuni Introduced Amitabha Before His Parinirvana
Alan Kwan
15 July 2026
The Buddha of our world introduced the Buddha of Infinite Light to reveal how enlightenment is open to all, Buddhist or non-Buddhist
The Buddha of our world introduced the Buddha of Infinite Light to reveal how enlightenment is open to all, Buddhist or non-Buddhist
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