Original Zen calligraphy art. It says:

"Life is but a breath"

- the Buddha's teaching in Sutra in Forty-Two Sections

Section 38 : Birth Leads to Death

The Buddha asked a Shramana, "How long is the human life span?" He replied, "A few days." The Buddha said, "You have not yet understood the Way."
He asked another Shramana, "How long is the human life span?" The reply was, "The space of a meal." The Buddha said, "You have not yet understood the Way."
He asked another Shramana, "How long is the human life span?" He replied, "The length of a single breath." The Buddha said, "Excellent. You have understood the Way."

Material: Antique Xuan Calligraphy paper. 9x12 inch
Frame is optional purchase

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