The 3 Wisdom Monkeys
The 3 monkeys of wisdom ๐๐๐ : An ancestral lesson in three gestures
The 3 Wisdom Monkeys are undoubtedly one of the most famous and intriguing symbols of Eastern spirituality. Depicted covering their eyes, ears and mouths respectively, they embody a simple, universal ethical principle: see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil.
๐ A thousand-year-old origin between Asian wisdom and moral philosophy
This symbol has its roots in Confucian thought and Zen Buddhism, particularly in Japan, where it's known as "Mizaru, Kikazaru, Iwazaru". Far from an injunction to silence or inaction, these three gestures invite us to practice a form of inner discernment: turning our eyes away from evil, filtering out harmful influences, and ensuring the purity of our words.
๐ชต Decorative & symbolic spiritual objects
Here you'll find a selection of sculptures and decorative objects representing the 3 monkeys in different forms: wood, resin, stone or metal. These pieces fromAsian craftsmanship, fit perfectly into a spiritual decoration, a meditation space or a Zen corner at home.
๐ฌ A timeless, universal message
The 3 Wisdom Monkeys remind us every day of the importance of remaining in control of our perceptions and reactions to the world. In an environment saturated with noise and images, their discreet presence is an invitation to awareness, inner calm and moral responsibility.
๐ To give as a gift or meditate on yourself
Whether as a gift for a loved one sensitive to the values of wisdom, or to enrich your own space of well-being, the 3 monkeys form a meaningful gift. Their discreet presence and mischievous expression also make them an object for conversation and reflection.
๐๐๐ Adopt this ancestral symbol and let it remind you, every day, of the beauty of self-mastery.