Subsequently, the Buddhist priests determined that these offerings deserved a greater elaboration, so they began to Design complex floral arrangements, that symbolized the universe, heaven, sea and earth.
Over the years, Ikebana evolved, with strict variations and rules, increasing its level of complexity and meaning.
What is needed to do Ikebana?
Generally, Ikebana is made up of leaves, seeds, flowers and branchesalthough currently glass, metal and plastic is also used.
Absolute silence is essential, since this allows meditation. Also, it is necessary that the person relates and moves away from any distraction, since this process must be done with slowness and precision to connect with nature.
How is an Ikebana?
Exist Certain rules to make an Ikebana. For example, flowers should always go up, since they must point to heaven. The most important line of the arrangement is the main stem, which represents the sky and is called «shin», while the second stem called «Soe», symbolizes man.
Finally, the tertiary stem or «Hikae» represents the Earth, and is inserted towards the front or slightly towards the opposite side of the base of the first two. Thus, branches, vines, leaves, herbs, fruits, seeds and flowers They are placed around these three linesaccording to the personal taste of each designer.