A cultural symbol originating in Japan, the three wise monkeys—one covering his eyes, one his ears, and one his mouth—are known by their names Mizaru, Kikazaru, and Iwazaru. They symbolize the proverbial saying, “See no evil. Hear no evil. Speak no evil”.

The three monkeys are:

• Mizaru, who sees no evil, covering his eyes
• Kikazaru, who hears no evil, covering his ears
• Iwazaru, who speaks no evil, covering his mouth

The three wise monkeys represent the moral message of not looking at, listening to, or saying anything evil, as well as to be morally upright in the face of any evil. However, the proverb is sometimes used sarcastically to those who turn a blind eye to something morally or legally wrong. As if by pretending not to see the wrongdoing, they will not be held accountable for it.

Whether your choice is philosophical or purely aesthetic, remember that these three little macaques from Japan can be perfect guardians to be better on a daily basis, and remind us that all our choices have consequences for others.

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