THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
Shinran
Japanese Buddhist monk and founder of the Jōdo Shinshū sect (1173–1263)
Shinran was born on May 21, 1173 in Fushimi-ku, Japan and died on January 16, 1263, aged 89.
May 21, 1173
Shinran died aged 89.
Died: January 16, 1263
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Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.
- Birthplace
- Fushimi-ku, Japan
- Birthplace detail
- Born at Hino Tanjō-in Temple
- Professions
- Buddhist monk, religious leader
- Citizenship
- Japan
More about Shinran
- Zodiac sign
- Gemini
- Birth name
- 松若丸, 松若磨, 十八公麿
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Questions people ask
How old was Shinran when they died?
Shinran died aged 89.
When is Shinran’s birthday?
Shinran’s recorded birthday is May 21.
Where was Shinran born?
Shinran was born in Fushimi-ku, Japan.
What was Shinran’s name at birth?
Shinran’s recorded birth name is 松若丸; 松若磨; 十八公麿.
When did Shinran die?
Shinran died on January 16, 1263.