Statement during Illness (Byōchu gonjō sho)Written by Enchin

Ink on Paper / One Scroll of Two Sheets

  • original
  • transcription

One of Enchin's last pieces

This document is one of the last produced by Enchin, and shows his unique brushwork. Realizing that his end was near, Enchin listed important matters related to temple affairs and rituals, entrusting them to a successor. At the end of the document, instructions are added to burn the manuscript after reading, as it contains confidential information.

Category
National Treasure
Era
Heian period (9th century)
Measurements
30.7 × 113.0 cm