NARA, JAPAN: DEER BUDDHA, …

Published on June 9, 2016June 9, 2016 by jacquelinemhadel3 Comments

7jun16. Nara, Japan.

NARA, JAPAN: A SINGLE FLOWER CLEARLY

Published on June 8, 2016June 8, 2016 by jacquelinemhadel1 Comment

“If we could see the miracle of a single flower clearly, our whole life would change.” ~ Buddha

7jun16. Nara, Japan.

NARA, JAPAN: Kōfuku-ji (興福寺)

Published on June 8, 2016June 8, 2016 by jacquelinemhadel1 Comment

Kōfuku-ji (興福寺) is a Buddhist temple that was once one of the powerful Seven Great Temples in Nara, Japan. The temple is the national headquarters of the Hossō school and is one of the eight Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. (wiki)

East Golden Hall (東金堂 Tō-kondō), 1425, one of the former three golden halls and the Five-storied pagoda (五重塔 Gojū-no-tō), 1426.

Five-storied pagoda (五重塔 Gojū-no-tō)

7jun16. Nara, Japan.

NARA, JAPAN: JUST LET IT BE

Published on July 25, 2014October 9, 2020 by jacquelinemhadel4 Comments

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

23jul14. Nara, Japan.

NARA, JAPAN: AWAKEN

Published on July 24, 2014October 9, 2020 by jacquelinemhadelLeave a comment

“Life and death are of supreme importance. Time swiftly passes by and opportunity is lost. Each of us should strive to awaken. Awaken. Take heed, do not squander your life.” ~ Dogen Zenji

23jul14. Nara, Japan.