Amitābha is also the principal Buddha in Pure Land Buddhism, which is a tradition focused on attaining birth in the pure land by relying on the power of Amitābha (also known as "Other Power") and …

As a bestower of longevity, Amitabha is called Amitayus, or “Infinite Life.” In China and Japan the two names are often used interchangeably, but in Tibet the two forms are never confounded, and …

Amitabha represents the purification of desire also called attachment. When we are under the influence of attachment, we discriminate between good and bad, beautiful and ugly, and then we cling to what …

Amitabha is the warmth of the western red, setting sun — his name literally means “infinite light” — and he is the refuge of many millions of Buddhists. Gautama Buddha (Shakyamuni) is also associated …

Feb 4, 2019 · Amitabha: concise overview of its context and key ideas, why it matters in early Buddhist dialogues, plus links for deeper study. More details inside.

Aug 1, 2025 · Amitabha Buddha is a celestial Buddha revered in Mahayana Buddhism, known as the Buddha of Infinite Light and Infinite Life. He is the central figure in Pure Land Buddhism and is …

Amitabha (Sanskrit, “Limitless Light”) is one of the five primordial or dhyani buddhas of Mahayana Buddhism. Also called Amida or Amitayus (“Limitless Life”), Amitabha is the central buddha in Pure …