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Namas

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Odaimoku

Namu or Namas assumes a variety of meanings and literally signifies devotion. Namas further signifies to return, restore or entrust one’s life, as well as to express one’s gratitude, a respectful greeting, reverence, to sincerely believe and to take refuge in.

Odaimoku: The Significance Of Chanting Namu Myoho Renge Kyo

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