Jien

Japanese monk, poet, historian, and author

Jien - Japanese monk, poet, historian, and author
Born

May 17th, 1155
869 years ago

Died

October 28th, 1225
799 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Japan

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Born in 1155, a prominent figure in Japanese history, served as a monk and produced significant works encompassing poetry and historical writings. Contributions included the compilation of historical texts that documented the events of the time and the promotion of Buddhist principles through poetic expression. His work blended religious insights with literary artistry, offering a perspective on the political and social landscape of medieval Japan.

Authored 'Tosa Nikki', a seminal historical document

Contributed to the development of Japanese poetry

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