Kegare (穢れ) is an important concept in Japanese spiritual traditions, especially within Shinto and Buddhism. At its core, kegare refers to a state of spiritual impurity or defilement that affects both individuals and spaces. This state of impurity can arise from various sources, including personal actions, natural events, or the presence of negative influences. In Shinto, kegare is closely linked to the idea of maintaining spiritual harmony and purity, which is crucial for achieving a balanced and respectful relationship with the kami (deities or spirits). Similarly, in Buddhism, kegare is associated with the concept of spiritual defilement that obstructs one’s path to enlightenment. This event will explore how kegare influences daily life, spiritual practices, and cultural rituals in Japan, offering a deeper understanding of how this concept shapes the Japanese society overall.
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SPEAKER: AZUMI UCHITANI
Azumi Uchitani is an Intercultural business consultant, keynote speaker, writer, artist and founder of Japanese SALON art & culture, based in the Netherlands. She is a two-times TEDx speaker, appearing Dutch TV and media and delivering talks to an international audience in Europe and in the US. Azumi is on a mission to build an essential bridge between Japan and Europe, helping global leaders discover Japanese ancient wisdom beyond culture, teaching how to apply its wisdom in everyday life, act with inner peace and create conscious leadership and fulfilling life. Azumi decodes the complexity of Japanese culture, tradition, philosophy, spirituality and unspoken rules into a simple essence of wisdom. She was born into a traditional spiritual Japanese family and raised with the teachings of Shingon Buddhism and Shinto. The spiritual and cultural practices, such as tea ceremony, flower arrangement, calligraphy have always been a part of her life, besides that, her grandmother was a kimono maker. Her insights, a series of talks are available on her YouTube channel ‘5 minutes on Japanese Wisdom’ on YouTube.
http://www.azumiuchitani.com
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