Buddhist Robes That Are and Are Not: Clothing, Desire, and Ambivalent Renunciation in <i>The Tale of Genji</i>

This study examines the symbolic ambiguity of Buddhist robes in the Heian period, focusing particularly on their representation in <i>The Tale of Genji</i>. While Buddhist monastic garments traditionally signify religious renunciation, they also functioned as fashion items regulated by s...

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Main Author: Hyosook Kim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-06-01
Series:Religions
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/16/6/735
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