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The Religions of Japan, from the Dawn of History to the Era of Méiji

Note 14 — NOTES, AUTHORITIES, AND ILLUSTRATIONS

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This is the essence of Buddhism, and was for centuries repeated and learned by heart throughout the empire:

"Love and enjoyment disappear, What in our world endureth here? E'en should this day it oblivion be rolled, 'Twas only a vision that leaves me cold."

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