Abstract: This chapter explores the late stage of Dgen’s career. This stage is divided into two sub-periods. The first is the early late period (1246-1248) extending from the mission to Kamakura until Dgen’s return to Eiheiji. The phase beginning with the return from Kamakura was dynamic, marked by the composition of at least three major writings. These include jd and shsan sermons collected in Eihei kroku; the majority of the 12-Shbgenz fascicles; and the Hkyki. Poetry (both waka and kanshi) and other short works were also composed during this period. These writings collectively express what seems to be a new attitude toward the doctrine of karmic causality in its various ramifications.

Keywords: 12-Shbgenz, Eiheiji, Eihei kroku, Hung-chih, Hkyki, Kamakura, Karmic causality,