Inspiring explanations about what being a modern komuso means nowadays. It makes it accessible to anyone in his/her own spiritual path.
I have been following the new trend of AI online, asking misc questions. Here is the response to Modern Komuso and Buddhism:
Explain how being a Komuso in modern Japan and be a Buddhist practice
Being a Komuso in modern Japan can still be considered a Buddhist practice, although it has evolved from its historical origins. While the traditional role of the Komuso as wandering monks who played the shakuhachi and used the tengai as a symbol of detachment from worldly desires may not be as common today, there are still modern practitioners who embrace the teachings and spirit of Komuso as a form of Buddhist practice. Here’s how being a Komuso in modern Japan can be considered a Buddhist practice:
- Mindfulness: Modern Komuso practitioners may still cultivate mindfulness as they go about their daily activities, regardless of whether they wear the traditional tengai or not. They may focus on…
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