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RE: Arhats Putting on a Cap in the Exhibition
An intriguing series of posts, @slowwalker, capturing the various facial expressions of the arhats.
Just as there many subtle differences in smiles there are unique ways in which each individual comes to the realization of the nature of reality.
The path to enlightenment seems to vary with the individual but the underlying message of the variety of depictions is that enlightenment is possible for everyone.
I think portraying the arhats in a mundane aspect of life such as wearing a winter hat shows that spirituality is not something recondite or unattainable, but accessible to ordinary, everyday people.
I enjoyed your photo essay today, my friend.
Thank you for your thoughtful comment.
Yes, in my opinion, enlightenment seems the process of our lives.
You could get there through endless hope, despair and sufferings.