Fanaposi (Skt. Vanavasin)
Date1764
Label TextHe sits in his cave with closed eyes, having entered the state of patient rest in the knowledge that he is assured of no rebirth. Flowing water, moving clouds, the facts and principles of existence for him have passed away. Let him rest so. What profit is there in stirring up the feelings? The Age of the Sages (i.e. the present kalpa) with its majestic gospel will be sped for him in the winking of an eye.
Object number45.83.6
Credit LineEugene Fuller Memorial Collection
Dimensions51 x 21 1/2 in. (129.5 x 54.6cm)
MediumInk rubbing on paper