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We raise the teabowl slightly before drinking the tea. |
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This is to express our feeling of thanks. |
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We turn the teabowl too avoid drinking the tea from the front side. |
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In the procedure of making tea, the thought of purification is emphasized. |
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Actually all the utensils have been cleaned in the preparation room. |
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The acts of purification during the procedure for making tea have spiritual meaning. |
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Each act is also for purification and concentration of the host’s mind. |
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The silk cloth is used to purify various utensils. |
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The act of folding the silk cloth has the meaning of purifying the silk cloth itself. |
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Put two scoops of powdered green tea into the teabowl, add hot water, and whisk it the tea until it gets frothy. |
