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BONSAI LORE

Knowing what species your bonsai is can be fundamental to its survival. We'll show you how to take care of your tree as well as how to identify it.

Bonsai lore has evolved ever since its humble beginning centuries ago. Initially inspired by the penjing tradition in China, the Japanese culture of bonsai has moved on to many countries. Today, there are vibrant communities worldwide building on this ancient legacy.

At Bonsai Alchemist, we’re integrating the mystical lore of bonsais with the practical beauty and art you’ve seen on social media and popular websites. We want to ensure that you enjoy the complete experience, with the ultimate knowledge of every abstract, magical, and sensational concept and symbolism available from all corners of the world.

Get ready for an extravagant journey through our bonsai lore pages. We’re going to give you a quick peek of what to expect and a summary of the post content you can expect.

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The Art of Bonsai Lore

Within the doors of Bonsai Alchemist, you’ll find the detailed art of bonsai and the rich history that goes with it. While we’re sure to share many photos, we’ll also delve into actual artistic sketches from modern and ancient times. It presents the mental landscape of humankind’s fascination with these tiny trees, drawing inspiration from mother nature for their designs.

Bonsai Tree Symbolism

The importance of bonsai lore isn’t lost on those who spend their time and spiritual energy caring for these beautiful masterpieces. In essence, the basic bonsai tree symbolism is harmony, balance, order, peace, and the goodness of nature. Many people grow them in their homes, while others present them as gifts to bring tranquility into the homes of friends and family.

Strangely, some cultures view bonsai trees as bad luck based on the intention. It all links to the ancient form of feng shui energy or any negative associations to bonsai lore. Ultimately, bonsai lore views these miniature trees as a form of mystical, natural goodness that you bring into your home.

PAGES IN OUR BONSAI LORE SECTION

In our Bonsai Lore pages, you’ll find content that explores this ancient art form’s history, meaning, and philosophy. We’ll also delve into an introduction to the different bonsai styles so that you can understand the concept of designing these fantastic trees. Finally, we wouldn’t be Bonsai Alchemists if we didn’t look at the mystical therapeutic aspects.

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THE MEANING OF BONSAI

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Bonsai enthusiasts have been looking for the meaning of bonsai for centuries. Though it may be a vague, abstract concept, many papers and articles have been written on this topic alone. We’re not looking at them merely being ornamental trees, but the hidden, mystical bonsai symbolism that’s drawn us to them for so long.

Of course, we’ll delve into the traditional Japanese and Chinese meanings that sculpted the culture of bonsai. However, we’ll also look at more closely associated art forms from other countries.

Are you interested in the history of bonsai over the centuries? You won’t merely find one post exploring the singular moment the culture began, but instead, you’ll see several stories that span the sands of time. Watch how it grew from ancient Chinese civilization, spreading to the Japanese, and ultimately become part of households the world over.

THE HISTORY OF BONSAI

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BONSAI STYLES

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In our Learning Centre, you’ll study the different styling methods for your precious bonsai. In our Bonsai Lore section, we’ll show you how this technique has shaped this delicate art form over time. We’ll also discuss attractive, unique styles that have originated from different civilizations.

The style is what forms part of the art design of the bonsai tree. Whether you use rooting, pruning, or wiring as your technique, you can accomplish so many different styling variations. We’ll look at the traditional forms while also looking at other cultural distinctions.

Bonsai No Kokoro roughly translates as ‘the heart of bonsai’, but it actually means ‘the philosophy of bonsai.’ The essence resembles people taking on the mystical meanings within bonsai lore and apply them to their lives. The roots, stem, branches, and foliage all have special symbolism to those who look close enough.

THE PHILOSOPHY OF BONSAI

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BONSAI THERAPY

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Bonsai lore teaches us that these beauties don’t only look beautiful, but they also have some healing properties. Now, we’re not talking about cutting leaves and making them into a medicinal tea. While you can do that with some of them, we’re talking more about your mental and spiritual health.

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ENJOY YOUR STAY AT BONSAI ALCHEMIST!

We hope this page has given you an idea of the exciting posts you can expect from us on bonsai lore. Feel free to explore our other pages as we deliver exhilarating content that warms our hearts to write. We’ll also be sharing photos and stories about our bonsais at home, so stay tuned.

BONSAI LORE FAQ

In many cultures and homes, the bonsai tree symbolizes many positive values. For example, it represents peace, harmony, and a sense of order. In other countries, people have attributed their personal meanings to these mystical trees, which we’ll explore further on our ‘The Meaning of Bonsai’ page.

The history of the bonsai tree is extensive, starting in China as penjing and progressing into Korea before landing in Japan. Even the Vietnamese have a name for this art form called hòn non bộ. The idea started when Buddhist students wanted to have smaller versions of their trees inside the temple.

Buddhist students living in Japan are famed for starting the concept of bonsai in the country. It’s believed that they traveled to China, where they saw the penjing miniature trees. On their return, they brought some of them with them in colorful containers, starting the bonsai culture.

Some cultures present the idea that bonsais are good luck, delivering peace and harmony in your home. Many use the Feng Shui method of placing the trees in specific locations facing a chosen direction. If you center it in the correct baqua, it helps drive away negative energy and promoting a positive lifestyle.

Some people have reported bad luck in their homes after buying a bonsai. While Feng Shui experts attribute this to poor placement, others say that it’s the negative associations connected to it that’s the problem. Others, again, say it’s all a matter of perspective or all in the mind.

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