The Daruma doll, also known as a Dharma doll, is a hollow,
round, Japanese traditional doll modeled after Bodhidharma, the founder of the
Zen sect of Buddhism. These dolls, though typically red and depicting a bearded
man (Dharma), vary greatly in color and design depending on region and artist.
Though considered an omocha, meaning toy, Daruma has a design that is rich in
symbolism and is regarded more as a talisman of good luck to the Japanese.
Daruma dolls are seen as a symbol of perseverance and good luck, making them a
popular gift of encouragement. The doll has also been commercialized by many
Buddhist temples to use alongside goal setting.
The eyes of Daruma are often blank when sold. White
eyes" as a means to keep track of goals or big tasks and motivate them to
work to the finish. The recipient of the doll fills in one eye upon setting the
goal, then the other upon fulfilling it. In this way, every time they see the
one-eyed Daruma, they recall the goal. One explanation how this custom started
says that in order to motivate Daruma-san to grant your wish, you promise to
give him full sight once the goal is accomplished.
But for me. People will think taht I am weird if I made them
with blank eye. So i decide to make the eye .
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