Tengai Ego Amulet
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Personal and timeless, Komuso amulets are handcrafted in sterling silver using a special antique reproduction tool to allow for a vintage appearance.
The Tengai (lid of the sky) amulet is inspired from the ancient Komuso monks who were ancient samurais known for transcending their ego to attain enlightenment. They wore a head basket to emphasize mental discipline through the absence of ego.
Wear this symbol as a daily commitment to your truth.
- Handcrafted amulet made with .925 sterling silver
- Japanese kanji of tengai means “lid of the sky”
- 20” cuban chain, lobster clasp closure
- Inspired by ancient samurai monks who wore head baskets to symbolize a rejection of ego
1 Tengai Amulet
1 Cuban Chain, 20"
1 Tengai Memento Card
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Tengai Ego Amulet
It's not a necklace.
It's a way of life.
Who are you?
"Before I co-founded Komuso, my response to that question was simply my name and profession. That description represents “what” I do, but it doesn’t reveal who I am. It’s perfect for a profile, but it doesn’t define us. We’re bigger than what we do or think. The Komuso monks practiced a unique philosophy of wearing straw hats over their heads (tengai) to remove their ego in daily pursuit of self truth. You don’t have to wear a basket over your head to find your truth, but this amulet will guide you on that daily journey."
- Todd, co-founder Komuso
Who are these monks?
The Komusō, or “monks of nothingness" in ancient Japan, meditated using flutes and wore tengai (straw hats) to cover their heads. The hats symbolized a dismissal of ego (self) which reflected their journey inward to discover truth. Our signature breathing necklace called The Shift is a modern adaptation of their flute, inheriting the ancient practice of meditation to attain enlightenment. As a harmonious compliment to the Shift, the Tengai amulet represents a way to live your truth, known to us as The Komuso Way.
The creation process
Komuso proudly collaborated with one of the world’s most talented illustrators to bring the concept to life. Steven Noble just celebrated a remarkable 25 years as a highly decorated and globally renowned sketch artist. He was just recognized by a panel of judges (amongst his peers) as one of the “Best Illustrators Worldwide” and has designed the official logo of the White House, Kraken Rum, and many of world’s best known wine labels.
