Have you ever wondered how ancient wisdom could be etched into the landscape? Here at the Wisdom Path, nestled on the slopes of Ngong Ping on Lantau Island, we discover the answer. The Wisdom Path isn’t merely a collection of wooden posts. It’s a physical manifestation of the Heart Sutra, a revered text in Buddhism. Thirty-eight towering timber columns, each standing 8 to 10 meters tall, rise against the backdrop of Lantau Peak. Inscribed on these columns, in elegant calligraphy by Professor Jao Tsung-I, are verses from the Heart Sutra. The Wisdom Path was gifted to Hong Kong in 2002, completed in 2005, and stands as a testament to the enduring power of Buddhist philosophy. These columns are arranged in a fascinating pattern. Seen from above, they form the infinity symbol, a fitting representation of the boundless nature of wisdom. As you walk along the Wisdom Path, consider the meaning behind the missing 23rd column. It symbolizes “emptiness” (Sunyata), a central concept in the Heart Sutra. This deliberate omission serves as a powerful reminder of the Buddhist principle of the void. It prompts reflection on the nature of existence and the impermanence of all things. The Wisdom Path’s location itself contributes to its contemplative atmosphere. The tranquility of the natural setting, at the foot of Lantau Peak, encourages introspection. This is a place where the beauty of the landscape converges with the profound wisdom of the Heart Sutra. It is a place where visitors can find a moment of peace and connect with something larger than themselves. The Wisdom Path. A unique and thought-provoking destination.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to