NE: The Latent Root of Existence

The character for “NE” is formed by a cross with four small circles positioned at its four corners.

“NE” carries the core intention of being the root or origin of things, sharing an affinity with the Japanese concept for “root” (根). Thus, it signifies source or foundation.

While “TSU,” which has a very similar appearance, referred to individual entities that have appeared in the phenomenal world, “NE” has its four small circles positioned not directly touching the cross. This placement indicates not a specific, tangible object in the phenomenal world, but rather the potential, underlying root deep within each individual existence.