Artist's commentary
Star of Prophecy
I saw a shooting star when I was a boy.
It was fast and without hesitation.
Many friends witnessed this and were saddened by its ephemeral flash.
At that moment, a quiet assurance has struck my heart.
"My body will be like that star, burning away at a young age, and then disappear."
Next thing I knew I was smiling.
I had accepted the fact even as a young boy, that all great warriors are destined to perish like that star.