Ryokan ~ This Floating World ~ Zen Buddhism

Wisdom of the Masters by Samaneri Jayasara

Apr 8, 202600:06:22Religion & Spirituality

Ryōkan Taigu (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 renoun...

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