Terasawa Junsei

Quick Facts: Who was Terasawa Junsei?

Subject:

Terasawa Junsei

Known for:

Japanese Buddhist monk known for pioneering peace activism across Eurasia.

Born:

1950-09-15

Century / Era:

1950s Historical Era Archive

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Origins & Early Life

Junsei Terasawa (Japanese: 寺沢潤世, Russian: Дзюнсэй Тэрасава, Ukrainian: Дзюнсей Терасава; September 15, 1950) is a Japanese Buddhist monk, belonging to the Order Nipponzan Myōhōji. He is notable for being the first Nipponzan monk to be active in Eurasia. Being a respected mentor, surnamed Terasawa-sensei or simply Sensei, he has undertaken many years of monastic peacemaking practices in India, Europe and the former Soviet Union. Presently, he teaches groups of monks from Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and China.

Career & Major Achievements

In 2000 he was forbidden from entering Russia because of his opposition to the war in Chechnya. Junsei Terasawa was born on September 15, 1950, into a poor family in Hakui, Ishikawa. He is the second son in the family.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Shortly before the Berlin Wall Fall, he conducted a seven day prayer without food and water on the grave of Karl Marx, burned his finger phalanx and made a Peace March from Warsaw to the wall. Terasawa suggested Ukrainian religious leaders make a joint application for peace and a non-violent society in Ukraine. On the day of commemoration for those killed on the Kyiv Maidan, he initiated another peace walk in Kyiv and cities of south-eastern Ukraine.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1950 (1950-09-15): Birth of Terasawa Junsei — Japanese Buddhist monk known for pioneering peace activism across Eurasia.
2. 2000: 2000 Milestone — In 2000 he was forbidden from entering Russia because of his opposition to the war in Chechnya.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Terasawa Junsei

True or False: “Junsei Terasawa was initially forbidden from entering Russia due to his support for the Chechen Republic's secession from the Russian Federation.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): He was forbidden from entering Russia because of his opposition to the war in Chechnya.

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