Monday, September 23, 2013

Japanese Circle for Absolute Enlightenment


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Ensō (円相) is a Japanese word meaning "circle" and a concept strongly associated with Zen. Ensō is one of the most common subjects of Japanese calligraphy even though it is a symbol and not a character. It symbolizes absolute enlightenment, strength, elegance, the universe, and the void.
Reference:  Ensō.

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