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Imperfection in Various Cultures
Lord Ganesha is probably one of the most “adored” gods. What is so fascinating is that his left tusk is broken, the head is that of an elephant, the imperfect God.
Jesus Christ, one of the most beloved messengers of God, who spread the message of peace and prosperity, had to suffer pain throughout his life. An Imperfect life of the Messiah.
Moon has drawn the imagination of poets and lovers for ages. What makes the moon so beautiful is the “face” that appears on it due to its mountains. Without the “blackface”, the moon would be like a night LED bulb. The imperfect beauty.
The Tajmahal, a symbol of love, an architectural masterpiece, known for its symmetry and beauty has its central dome asymmetric. The imperfect monument.
Monalisa, the most adored piece of art by the master Leonardo Da Vinci is probably the most imperfect portrayal of a lady. Researchers predict hypothyroidism due to her pale skin, thinning hair, and other anomalies. The imperfect masterpiece.
Wabi-Sabi
Wabi-Sabi is a Japanese art and architecture form that celebrates imperfection. Wabi-sabi is the beauty of things imperfect, impermanent, and incomplete.
Thrive for excellence, but embrace imperfection. Don’t waste life in the pursuit of perfection, celebrate it.
My friend Joel Alcarez told me about the Wabi-Sabi philosophy and so many other interesting aspects of Japanese culture.
It surprised me at first, how come an imperfection is an art form.
