The thief left it behind: the moon at my window. - Ryōkan

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The thief left it behind:
the moon
at my window.

Ryōkan

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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

Originators like Ryōkan:

This world A fading Mountain echo Void and Unreal

See and realize that this world is not permanent. Neither late nor early flowers will remain.

In this world of dreams, drifting off still more; and once again speaking and dreaming of dreams. Just let it be.