"Fudo Myoo (Acala Vidyaraja). The Immovable One, incarnation and messenger of Dainichi Nyorai. Fudo's terrifying appearance represents the fierce aspect of Dainichi when combating wrong-doing. Surrounded by cosmic flames that consume evil and passions, Fudo will not allow the enemies of Buddhism to prevail. Though it appears frightening, Fudo's fury is actually sublime, and designed to protect his worshippers. He smites those who oppose him yet imparts knowledge to those who acknowledge his presence."From "Sacred Calligraphy of the East" by John Stevens (p.49, published by Shambhala Publications, Inc. , 1981)
Fudo Myo-o is a complex and old fashioned esoteric symbol. It takes time, study and reflection to truely understand the meaning and message of this critical element of Shingon.
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