At the Kanei temple bell (寛永 - a 1624–1644 era name tied to roomy palace halls) the bell rings “かん”; he parts the shōji, breathes すーっ, and welcomes everyone in - cedar eaves, faded washi light, soft ふわっ kimono sleeves: wide, warm, forgiving - that’s 寛.

寛 - Tolerant
Tolerant
Beneath a broad roof a lone flower pot rests on tatami while an old man Sees the doorway with a quiet, forgiving smile.At the Kanei temple bell (寛永 - a 1624–1644 era name tied to roomy palace halls) the bell rings “かん”; he parts the shōji, breathes すーっ, and welcomes everyone in - cedar eaves, faded washi light, soft ふわっ kimono sleeves: wide, warm, forgiving - that’s 寛.
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