https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf Include these three things in your post: 1. A definition of the character you choose. 2. An explanation of how the character you chose relates to your life. 2. Your thoughts about how the Japanese practice of calligraphy relates to what you know about Shintoism and/or Zen Buddhism. 4. A picture of your calligraphy work. en-us 2020-04-15 15:55:43 UTC 2025-10-16 16:27:20 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f3a8.png rasia1 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510538790 I chose cherry blossom because they are my favorite type of tree.  Spring is one of my favorite seasons because it represents rebirth and the colors are so exquisite.  This character relates to my life because I am very much hoping for brighter days ahead and the flowers that bloom from these trees often represent hope and renewal to people around the world.  Calligraphy relates to Zen Buddhism because it is soothing, like meditation.]]> 2020-04-16 12:24:41 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510538790 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510554214 I chose comfort and ease because during this time it is important to be comfortable.It relates to my life because I want do be comfortable an at ease in forward days.calligraphy relates to Zen buddhism because it goes with the flow and it is something you do when you are like chill]]> 2020-04-16 12:33:37 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510554214 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510554301 I chose flower because I love how beautiful they look in spring, and even if we can't see them in the winter, they always come up in spring. It reminds me that even though these next few months are going to be difficult, it will end and we have to get through it. I think that Japanese calligraphy relates to Zen buddhism because calligraphy is calming and quiet, and Buddhism is also calming and quiet.]]> 2020-04-16 12:33:40 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510554301 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510554347 The one on the right means tea and the one on the left means sushi. I chose tea and sushi to draw because I LOVE both! I have always loved avocado and rice with soy sauce. Tea is super relaxing and they make me feel warm inside and calm. Calligraphy relates to Buddhism because Buddhism is about relaxing and meditating kind of like calligraphy! The brush is smooth and quiet just like Buddhism. ]]> 2020-04-16 12:33:41 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510554347 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510554425 I chose patience because it is very important to be patient! For example, in these uncertain times it is important to have patience. Also, (I think) I am usually a patient person. Patience means to have the ability to not get angry when there is a delay.  Calligraphy relates to Zen Buddhism because  they are both calming and in Zen Buddhism, they meditate. Which is calming. ]]> 2020-04-16 12:33:44 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510554425 mwheeler2026 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510554493 2020-04-16 12:33:46 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510554493 lsnyder2026 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510555190 I chose flower because I think flowers are really beautiful and I need to appreciate them more. I think calligraphy relates to Shintoism and Buddhism because it is really relaxing and a lot of the calligraphy words were things from nature which is a big part of Shintoism and Buddhism.]]> 2020-04-16 12:34:09 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510555190 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510555880 I chose the dance character because I love to dance and dancing makes me happy.  Dance is really important to me. ]]> 2020-04-16 12:34:34 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510555880 mregular2026 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510556688 I chose Happiness because I'm always very happy and upbeat. Happiness means the state of being happy. I think Calligraphy relates to Shintoism and Buddhism because every Calligraphy words means a different thing and that was a big part of Shintoism and Buddhism.    ]]> 2020-04-16 12:34:54 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510556688 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510556767 I chose hope because my middle name in Greek means Hope and it is always important to have hope. Especially in a time like this. Calligraphy connects to Shinto because you do calligraphy for what the people of Shinto worship. Calligraphy also relates to Zen Buddhism because it is very calming and relaxing. ]]> 2020-04-16 12:34:57 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510556767 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510560832 I chose sushi because it is my favorite food. A sushi restaurant will be the first place I go after quarantine ends! Calligraphy relates to Zen Buddhism because calligraphy is very relaxing to do, and the Zen Buddhists were all about staying calm (by meditating). ]]> 2020-04-16 12:37:10 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510560832 mhuang2026 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510567146 I chose elegance because I thought it was pretty and I just liked it. Also, you kinda need elegance to dance and I love dance. Calligraphy relates to Buddhism because some people use Calligraphy to medatate. ]]> 2020-04-16 12:40:31 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510567146 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510570545 I chose "Play" because I enjoy playing games with other people. Also because the calligraphy looked cool. Calligraphy relates to Zen Buddhism because drawing the calligraphy is very relaxing/calming to people and Zen Buddhists main focus was to be calm.]]> 2020-04-16 12:42:15 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510570545 nballem2026 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510579040 I chose Samurai because I thought I was a samurai when I was 5]]> 2020-04-16 12:46:46 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510579040 mkwon2026 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510585698 I chose Blade because a blade can be very elegant and smooth. Sometimes when playing a sport such as tennis I feel as if my racket is a blade slicing through the ball. I understand how calligraphy is related to Shintoism because it is a very serene activity.]]> 2020-04-16 12:49:07 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/510585698 rhuang2026 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/511046828 I chose Zen, which means meditation, because meditation is important to gain focus. This calligraphy character is easy to write with a real calligraphy brush. Calligraphy relates to Buddhism because Buddhism is about being calm and relaxed, so is calligraphy ]]> 2020-04-16 15:54:05 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/511046828 https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/513561081 I chose peace, and harmony. Because both properties are important in everyday life.]]> 2020-04-17 19:04:03 UTC https://padlet.com/rasia1/2hd49px3niv18bcf/wish/513561081