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“In everything, no matter what it may be, uniformity is undesirable. Leaving something incomplete makes it interesting, and gives one the feeling that there is room for growth. Someone once told me, "Even when building the imperial palace, they always leave one place unfinished." In both Buddhist and Confucian writings of the philosophers of former times, there are also many missing chapters.”

Quote by Yoshida Kenko

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Yoshida Kenko

Yoshida Kenko was a Japanese author and Buddhist monk who lived from 1283 to 1350. He is renowned for his work 'Tsurezuregusa', a collection of essays that delve into various aspects of life, including nature, literature, and philosophy. His writing is marked by its simplicity and introspection, solidifying his status as an important figure in Japanese literature. more

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