Stillness and Clarity of Mind — 明鏡止水 (Meikyō Shisui) by Maki
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This Japanese calligraphy scroll features the serene phrase 明鏡止水 (Meikyō Shisui) — a state of mind compared to a spotless mirror and a perfectly still body of water. It represents clarity, inner calm, and the quiet strength that arises when the heart is free from noise and distraction.
In both the samurai tradition and 禅 (Zen) philosophy, this refined stillness is essential.
When the mind is clear and unmoving, the world reflects itself without distortion.
Focus sharpens, intuition awakens, and one can respond with calm precision rather than impulse.
明鏡 (Meikyō)
evokes the image of a polished, unclouded mirror — a heart untouched by confusion, ego, or doubt.
止水 (Shisui)
suggests water so still that its surface becomes a perfect reflection — a mind that remains steady, peaceful, and undisturbed.
In a world filled with haste, noise, and constant demands, Meikyō Shisui invites us to pause.
To let unneeded thoughts settle.
To return to the present moment.
And to rediscover the quiet center within ourselves — a small sanctuary of awareness that modern life often obscures.
Displayed in your home or study, this scroll becomes a place of reset and reflection,
a quiet 禅 (Zen) corner where you can breathe deeply, organize your thoughts,
and return to clarity whenever your heart becomes clouded.
When the heart becomes still,
the path reveals itself.
Let quietness be your guide.
Note: This scroll is written in the traditional Reisho (clerical script) — an ancient calligraphic style known for its quiet elegance and contemplative depth. Its balanced strokes and calm rhythm enhance the serene character of "Meikyō Shisui", giving the piece a timeless, Zen-inspired presence in any interior.
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