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| Bronze made Yakushi Nyorai (Medicine Buddha) | |
Yakushi Nyorai (Medicine Buddha) was one of the first to develop in Japan after Buddhism’s introduction to the Japanese archipelago in the mid-sixth century. Originally venerated solely by ruling sovereigns and court elites to cure life-threatening illnesses. The Medicine Buddha later become the central deity in eighth-century rites to ensure the welfare of the entire realm. |
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| Issued Country | Japan |
| Issued Year | 1989 |
| Category | Buddhist Image World Heritage Buddhist Arts Theme 1: : World Buddhist Heritage Through Stamps |
| Type | Postage Stamps |