Encounter of Buddhist Chants & Dance | Kūhō Yoshijima's 'Shurangama Sutra' Embodies Eastern Zen Beauty

Replying to Assam. 91's sharing of Kūhō Yoshijima's Heart Sutra. He's the coolest monk in my book. I first encountered his Heart Sutra through a friend. His sutras incorporate electronic music, but they never feel noisy or boring. His Heart Sutra MV features dance similar to yoga. When I used to learn Chinese dance with friends, we'd even dance to his Heart Sutra. A few years ago, after a car accident lawsuit and experiencing road rage, I was rushed to the ER and suffered from depression, anxiety, and insomnia for a while. Listening to his songs, I discovered that his 'Shurangama Sutra' resonated deeply with me. I even went to Yunlin to listen to his live performance. The Shurangama Sutra is divided into Invocation and 5 sections. I was first drawn to the first section, the MV filmed at Myōshin-ji temple with dancer Erika Tōe. The combination of flowing Buddhist chants like murmuring water and graceful, flowing dance. I unconsciously slowed my breathing and focused on appreciating it. I replayed it several times the first time I saw it. In a temple full of historical depth and Zen atmosphere, it presented a scene that was tranquil, ethereal, and full of power. The elegant and delicate body language transformed the musical mood into a visual expression, creating a beautiful intersection of traditional sutras and modern art. It felt like it deeply touched my soul. For a while, I listened to the entire Shurangama Sutra once in the morning and once at night. I even found the text and silently recited it until I memorized it. May this purity and beauty be conveyed to the people I cherish 🙏 Let your heart calm down, and let beauty flow within you. 🎬 Watch the video: https://youtu.be/2Ly_bhAkJak