ignorance of Jōdo Shinshū followers
Derogatory set phrase referring to the perceived narrow religious knowledge of Jōdo Shinshū (True Pure Land) practitioners, who focus on the nembutsu (Namu Amida Butsu) and are said to know little else about Buddhism. Used critically or humorously.
The phrase 'montomono shirazu' is used to mock followers of Jōdo Shinshū.
Compound of 門徒 (monto, 'follower of Jōdo Shinshū') + 物知らず (monoshirazu, 'ignorant person'). The exact origin is uncertain, but it reflects historical sectarian criticism.