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I thought I would share with you the story and significance of the bodhi leaf. It is a common element in Thai spiritual artwork, and I’ve been rather drawn to its simple charm since I first encountered it. In Thai, it is called “bai bo” (bai = leaf; bo = the abbreviated word for bodhi). The word “bodhi” is both a Sanskrit (Ancient Indian) and Pali (Ancient Thai) word that translates as “enlightenment” or “wisdom.” Today, the tree’s scientific name is Ficus religiosa. It is revered because it…

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