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Shin-Yakushi-ji
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This temple was founded in 747 by Empress Komyo (701-760) in gratitude for the recovery of her sick husband, Emperor Shomu. Only the Main Hall, which houses many fine objects from the Nara period, remains. In the center of the hall is a wooden statue of Yakushi Nyorai, the Physician of the Soul. Surrounding this statue are 12 clay images of the Twelve Divine Generals who protected Yakushi. Eleven of these figures are originals. The Generals stand in threatening poses, bearing spears, swords, and other weapons, and wear terrifying expressions.
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