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 | A prince born in the north of India in 624B.C. would one day cast aside his royal heritage, and after wandering the streets of his city, don a saffron robe and shave his head. Forever after known simply as Buddha, he would spend many years studying spiritual practices, then traveling the country, to preach his doctrine.
From his teachings, grew the practice of Buddhism, which takes on different forms according to the cultural influence and country in which it is practiced. Zen is the Japanese name given to one form of Bhuddism, which is practiced in Japan, China, Korea, and North Viet Nam.
The theory of Zen stresses meditation in achieving enlightenment, an awareness of the true nature of the Universe, after which, one is freed of the cycle which encompasses birth, suffering, death and rebirth. However, it’s also stressed that enlightenment is not just an intellectual pursuit or state, but an entire way of life built on humility, gratitude, labor, prayer, service, and meditation.
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Waterfall Tabletop Fountain
- Faux nature fountain
- Made of resin
- 9 x 7 x 14 inches
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Buddha Tabletop Zen Garden
- Meditation gift
- Natural sand, stones
- 9 3/4 x 5 inches
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Moon Fountain
- Fascinating gift
- Resin, acrylic
- 13.5 x 9.5 inches
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Crystal Rock Table Fountain
- Primeval appeal
- Polyresin, plastic
- 3 1/4 x 6 1/2 inches
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Hand in Hand Fountain
- Ethereal and elegant
- Polyresin, plastic
- 3 1/4 x 6 inches
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Miniature Zen Fountain
- Simple beauty
- Made of polyresin
- 4 1/8 x 5 1/2 inches
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Copper Table Fountain
- Gorgeous home accent
- Copper, natural rock
- 10 x 10 inches.
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Flowing Leaf Zen Water Fountain
- Zen design
- Sound therapy
- 12 x 12 x 12.5 inches
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Serenity Prayer Table Fountain
- Sound Activated
- Painted Resin
- 9 Inches Tall
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Windchime Fountain
- Wonderful Tabletop Fountain
- Sound Activated, Battery Powered
- 8 1/4 Inches Tall
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Zen Table Fountain
- Beautifully Carved
- Includes Light/Pump
- 10 1/4 Inches Tall
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Zen Fountains
Zen meditation is known as “zazen”, or “sitting meditation”, which is why so many illustrations and pictures show Bhuddists seated in the lotus position. Over time, it came to embody all positions- seated, standing, or in motion, but to be seated is preferable, so that the mind can be freed of all other distractions. The focus of thought is then turned to the position the person is in, as well as their breathing, with the end result that the mind is elevated beyond the physical here and now, and is open to an awareness of the Universe.
Whether you follow the actual practice or not, Zen fountains are a wonderful addition to home or office, providing not only a hint of Asian influence to the décor, but also the peacefulness of flowing water. Many people find the sound relaxing, and helpful in combating the stresses of their day. |
