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ikebana explained
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In the 7th century when Buddhism came to Japan, flowers were regularly
left as offerings. It was soon decided that these flowers deserve more
time and thought, and so, ikebana was born.
It is believed that Japan's most
celebrated generals were masters of this art, finding the creative process
to have a calming effect on their minds, helping them make clear
decisions for the field of action.
These simple floral arrangements are deeply embedded within Japanese philosophy today, representing much
more
than artistry beauty.
The two cosmic forces of Japanese philosophy
can be realised within ikebana composition. The positive force 'yo' is the
giver of life, whilst the negative force 'in' is the receiver.
Together they provide a harmonious balance of opposites, signifying combined
elements of masculine and feminine; strong and weak; dark and light; left
and right; precluding fine qualities of balance and space that are symbolised through
just a few delicate stems.
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