Background
Soen was born in 1261 in Japan.
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also known as
Kian
Education
Studied at the Kenchoji and Engakuji temples under Sogen (Bukko Kokushi). After Sogen died, he studied under Fumon (Daimei Kokushi) of the Tofukuji Temple.
Career
Soen was initiated into priesthood by Ryuko Zenji of the Jomyoji Temple in Kamakura. He became chief Driest of the Nanzeiji Temple, which was founded by Daimei Kokushi, at the order of Emperor Kameyama.
