Nature guides the arrow to its target from "summary" of Zen in the Art of Archery by Eugen Herrigel
The archer who aims at a target with all his might, believing that he alone can determine the outcome, is mistaken. In the practice of archery, there is a deeper understanding at play. It is not solely about the archer's strength or skill, but rather about aligning oneself with the natural forces at work. The arrow must be released without conscious effort or interference, allowing nature to guide it to its target effortlessly. When the archer attunes himself to the rhythm of the universe, he becomes one with his surroundings. He lets go of his ego and surrenders to the flow of nature. This state of being is not a lack of action, but rather a harmonious alignment of action with the greater forces at play. The archer becomes a vessel through which nature can act, guiding the arrow to its target with...
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