Living on Hogi Mountain

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Living on Hogi Mountain, ©2013. Ink on paper.

3.
Far and near,
mountains wreathed
by haze,

Unfolding
like a sumi-e painting
in subtle shades.

Above and beyond,
mind is calm
and clear

So difficult to express
to those not seeking
the Way.

Daichi-zenji (1290-1366)