Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was today presented with a Daruma doll by Rev. Seishi Hirose, the Chief Priest of the historic Shorinzan Daruma-Ji Temple in Takasaki, Gunma. The special gesture highlighted the enduring civilizational and spiritual bond between India and Japan, rooted in centuries of cultural exchange.
Daruma doll: A symbol of good luck in Japan
The Daruma doll holds a significant place in Japanese tradition, regarded as an auspicious charm for perseverance, fortune, and success. Takasaki City in Gunma Prefecture is recognised as the birthplace of these iconic dolls, making the presentation even more meaningful.
Bodhidharma’s legacy connects India and Japan
The tradition of Daruma dolls in Japan is inspired by Bodhidharma, an Indian monk from Kancheepuram, Tamil Nadu. Known in Japan as Daruma Daishi, Bodhidharma travelled to East Asia over a thousand years ago, spreading Buddhist teachings that later became the foundation of Zen philosophy.
India-Japan spiritual and civilizational bonds reaffirmed
The exchange of the Daruma doll serves as a reminder of the timeless cultural bridges between the two nations. PM Modi has often highlighted the depth of India-Japan relations, extending beyond economics and technology to shared heritage and spiritual traditions.
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