Question

Which form of Buddhism emphasizes the heavenly Buddha Amitabha and his realm of rebirth from which it is easier to attain nirvana?

Answer 1

Pure Land Buddhism focuses on the veneration of Amitābha Buddha, a celestial buddha representing pure perception and a deep awareness of emptiness--a belief which shows the connection of Pure Land to traditional Mahayana Buddhism.

Answer 2

Pure Land Buddhism also referred to as Amidism in English, is a broad branch of ... These sutras describe Amitābha and his Pure Land of Bliss, called Sukhavati. Also related to the ...