O, that The spring evening would last for good When the fragrant cherry petals Are reeling up and down! 香ぐわしき 桜の花 空に散る 春の夕べ 暮れずもあらなむ - Ryōkan

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O, that
The spring evening would last for good
When the fragrant cherry petals
Are reeling up and down!
香ぐわしき
桜の花
空に散る
春の夕べ
暮れずもあらなむ

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About Ryōkan

Ryōkan (1758–1831) was an eccentric Sōtō Zen Buddhist monk who lived in Echigo, Japan, as a hermit, most famous for his poetry and calligraphy.

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Alternative Names: Ryokan Ryoukan
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In all ten directions of the universe, there is only one truth. When we see clearly, the great teachings are the same. What can ever be lost? What can be attained? If we attain something, it was there from the beginning of time. If we lose something, it is hiding somewhere near us.

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