Artwork by Masaki Hirokawa
Quiet
静粛
About the Work
In the latter part of the Heart Sutra, it is taught: “Recite, and the mind will vanish, the soul will become tranquil; everything is here, transcending all. Enlightenment will be attained at that moment. Everything is fulfilled in this mantra,” reassuring us that there is no need to worry.
All phenomena in the universe, the evolution and activities of all living beings, and even human senses and consciousness can be easily replicated; the way things are seen and heard varies from person to person. Even universal standards of value have been secretly and strictly controlled since ancient times. Especially at singularities in time and space, all physical laws cease to apply; a single electron can leap beyond time and space, potentially composing the entire universe. Cubes of extra dimensions encompassing three-dimensional space can also exist; therefore, the Eastern mystical teaching that “all is one” remains true both now and in the past.
Perhaps we are nothing more than shadows, and the world we see may lack true substance. Everything exists within nothingness; suffering, pain, and even our ever-fluctuating minds may be nothing more than transient illusions. Since this world is inherently empty, it is important to live without resisting the changing times, allowing ourselves to be carried along. However, no one can see the future, and living without harboring anxiety in our hearts is extremely difficult.
I believe that the process of living earnestly—enjoying the unseen, not forgetting dreams, fantasies, and compassion even within illusions—is precious. Even if this world is chaotic and full of falsehoods, please accept all things as a matter of course and love the fears within yourself. Nirvana always stays close to the hearts of all people.
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