The legs, for example, of that chair--how miraculous their…
“The legs, for example, of that chair--how miraculous their tubularity, how supernatural their polished smoothness! I spent several minutes--or was it several centuries?--not merely gazing at those bamboo legs, but actually being them---or rather being myself in them; or, to be still more accurate (for "I" was not involved in the case, nor in a certain sense were "they") being my Not-self in the Not-self which was the chair.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He reflects on dissolving self into objects, experiencing a non‑dual awareness where the observer and observed merge.
In simple terms: Self merges with surroundings.
Key Takeaway
Seek non‑dual awareness.
Themes
philosophy
mindfulness
perception
Mood
contemplative
introspective
Type
spiritual
literary
When to use this quote
- meditation
- art appreciation
- nature immersion
Key Concepts
non‑duality
self‑transcendence
consciousness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience unity with the world?
- Can objects become a mirror for self?
A Different Perspective
Such experiences can be elusive for many.