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What is the name of the traditional temple school associated with Nichiren Shōshū?

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Nichiren-shu

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The traditional temple school associated with Nichiren Shōshū is called Nichiren-shu. This school is one of the many sects and lay movements that have developed from Nichiren's teachings. Nichiren-shu focuses on the study and practice of the Lotus Sutra as the highest truth of Buddhist teachings.