Carved wood, pressed ink, and whispered prayer—block printing has long been more than craft; it’s been a sacred vessel of story, resistance, and spiritual transmission. From sacred talismans and sutras buried in stupas to religious myths kept alive through ink and wood, this post traces the mystical and devotional roots of block printing across Asia—and explores how the enduring dance between story and craft offers vital medial wisdom for navigating our own moment of upheaval and renewal.