Yishan Yining

1247 – 1317

Yishan Yining
High Medieval
High Medieval

Yishan Yining

Born 1247 Died 1317

Early Life and Buddhist Training Born in 1247 in Linhai, Taizhou, Zhejiang, China, Yishan Yining begins his life under the family name Hu. He enters a monastery as a boy, beginning a rigorous period of study into various Buddhist doctrines. His early path follows the Tiantai school, but this focus shifts as he turns toward Chan Buddhism. This transition marks a fundamental change in his spiritual direction. The training intensifies t…

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Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Thumbnails — Dated Works

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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