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Last updated on December 21, 2024.

Ryokan Taigu

Ryōkan Taigu (良寛大愚) (1758–1831) was a quiet and unconventional Sōtō Zen Buddhist monk who lived much of his life as a hermit. Ryōkan is remembered for his poetry and calligraphy, which present the essence of Zen life. He is also known by the name Ryokwan in English.

November 2, 1758 - February 18, 1831

Source: Wikipedia

You must rise above
The gloomy clouds
Covering the mountaintop
Otherwise, how will you
Ever see the brightness? — © Ryokan Taigu

You must rise above The gloomy clouds Covering the mountaintop Otherwise, how will you Ever see the brightness?

Ryokan Taigu

Ryokan Taigu

With no mind, flowers lure the butterfly; With no mind, the butterfly visits the blossoms. Yet when flowers bloom, the butterfly comes; When the butterfly comes, the flowers bloom.

Ryokan Taigu

Ryokan Taigu

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