The Monk Dait Kokushi as a Beggar early 19th century Shuns Joshu Monk Shuns, a pupil of Reigen and Sui, followed in the tradition of these and others in the lineage of Hakuin Ekaku in creating dynamically brushed images of famous Zen figures. Here he has depicted the emiment early-medieval monk Dait Kokushi (Shh Mych, 1283-1337) in the guise of a beggar in a straw cloak and tattered sedge hat. The monk lived as a recluse for many years in Kyoto, taking refuge under Goj Bridge. Dait Kokushi ultimately established his legacy by founding Daitokuji in Kyoto, the great monastic complex of Rinzai Zen Buddhism. Hakuin considered Dait Kokushi to be the head of lineage and thus painted many images of him; Shuns followed in this tradition.. The Monk Dait Kokushi as a Beggar. Shuns Joshu (Japanese, 1750-1839). Japan. early 19th century. Hanging scroll; ink on paper. Edo period (1615-1868). Paintings
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