TO: The Integration of Latent and Phenomenal Worlds

The character for “TO” represents the number “10.” Its elements are composed of a vertical line, symbolizing the Latent World (Kamu), and a horizontal line, representing the Phenomenal World (Ama).

The fact that these two lines intersect in a cross carries the core intention of Ama (the Phenomenal World) and Kamu (the Latent World) being integrated or superposed (coalescing). “TO” marks the culmination point of the HI FU MI YO I MU NA YA KO TO cycle of 10 sounds, simultaneously hinting at the beginning of a new dimension.

This is a  central core intention in Katakamuna cosmology: it suggests that the fundamental energy of the universe, the Latent World, and the concrete Phenomenal World around us don’t just coexist. Instead, they profoundly merge and mutually influence each other, leading to a higher state of stability. “TO” symbolizes the stage where everything integrates, and a new completeness is established.