About Buddhist art

Buddhist art is the artistic practices that are influenced by Buddhism. It includes art media which depict Buddhas, bodhisattvas, and other entities; notable Buddhist figures, both historical and mythical; narrative scenes from the lives of all of these; mandalas and other graphic aids to practice; as well as physical objects associated with Buddhist practice, such as vajras, bells, stupas and Buddhist temple architecture. Buddhist art originated on the Indian subcontinent following the historical life of Siddhartha Gautama, 6th to 5th century BCE, and thereafter evolved by contact with other cultures as it spread throughout Asia and the world.

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About 8 Auspicious Symbols in Buddhism – Ashtamangala

21
Nov
2018
Culture, Design, Dharma, Gods, Hinduism, Symbols, Vajrayāna
The eight are called as in and bkra-shis rtags-brgyad in . These are the most well-known group of and are traditionally listed in the order of: A A A A A right-spiraling white An or ‘’ A A 8 Auspicious of Early Originally the eight auspicious symbols formed an early .
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Drepung Loseling Monastery in India

Drepung Loseling Monastery in India – The Residence of all the Dalai Lamas

11
Oct
2018
Dharma, Monasteries
is located in Colony, , . There are over 5,000 , with around 3,000 at Loseling and some 2,000 at Drepung Gomang. Hundreds of new are admitted each year, many of them from . Drepung in Tibet was modeled after the great of Classical , namely, and , and was an institution dedicated to the intense of the and sciences. History of Drepung Loseling Drepung .
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Explanations about Mandalas & Thangkas

6
Apr
2018
Art, Himalayan Art, Tibetan paintings
“” the word is derived from the language, its literal meaning is pious or a saint or magic wheel. Mandala are well known and taught in universities in early stages. The mandala was a symbolic creation of a of the Almighty from a long return. The design of mandala contains a complex and comprehensive literature, and it allows a student to learn a particular way of . Many psychologists conclude that .
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Sand Mandalas

Sand Mandalas

21
Dec
2017
Art, Design, Dharma, Mandala
are the form of . They are the temporary form of . The process of creating and then destroying the has a symbolic importance for practitioners. In the is called Kuktson Kyilkhor, meaning “ of colored sand powder.” In , it describes “cosmogram”, or “world in harmony.” According to , wherever a Sand Mandala is created, all sentient beings and the surrounding environment are . .
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Spiritual Objectives of the 4 Heavenly Kings

17
Aug
2017
Mandala
The have been a staple in for centuries, with two distinct visual : a royal representation in and Southeast and a warrior-like depiction in Central and East Asia. In Korea, the interpretation of these figures has been limited to their title, "," which translates to 'guardians of the world.' , also known as The Historical , has invoked the aid of the Four Heavenly in .
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Interpreting Vajravarahi and 5 Deities Tibetan Painting

10
Feb
2020
Art, Himalayan Art, Thangka, Vajrayāna, Yoga
Vajravarahi, 5 Deity principal tutelary deity of the . The life of Vajravarahi In this portion, we are going to learn about the life of Vajrabarahi, after that the short description of the word Vajravarahi itself. Etymology of Vajravarahi Vajravarahi is known as Asrdo Rje Phag mo in . Vajravarahi is one of the most popular female deities in all traditions of . Earlier, we learn about the life of the Vajravarahi. Now, we .
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Way to Heaven – meaning and symbolism

15
Apr
2019
Art, Dharma, Meditation, Thangka
The way to Heaven is also known as a way to . Way to heaven gives deeply symbolic meaning and explanation of the path to . in way of heaven The way to heaven consists of different symbols which have different meanings. This of the development of mental tranquility is often painted on walls. This mnemonic diagram depicts the nine progressive stages of mental development, which are obtained through the six powers of .
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