Material: AI laser printing. Double-layer three-dimensional framing (ten forms)

Size: 33 x 34 cm

Narrative:

The mandala in Tibetan Buddhism, also known as "Mandala", is a sacred pattern with profound meaning and function. The mandala can be seen as a microcosm of the Buddhist cosmology and is an important tool for practitioners to perform meditation and rituals.

The role of the mandala

Meditation aid: Through visualizing the mandala, practitioners can gradually guide their minds into a state of tranquility, help them concentrate, and reach a deeper level of meditation.

Ritual use: Mandala is often used in various religious ceremonies and practices. It symbolizes the center of the universe and represents the development of the sacred realm.

Visual aids: The rich symbols and details in the mandala help practitioners gain a deeper understanding of Buddhist teachings and philosophy and cultivate wisdom and compassion.

Energy center: In the center of the mandala, the main deity or Buddha is usually placed, representing the energy source of the universe. Practitioners enhance their own practice by concentrating these energies.

The meaning of the mandala

Symbolic cosmology: The mandala displays the Buddhist cosmology, showing the heavens and the earth, the human world and the Buddhas’ Pure Land in different levels. Each part has a specific meaning, symbolizing different levels of wisdom and practice.

Inner Purification: The process of creating and visualizing the mandala is a process of inner purification for the practitioner, representing the transformation from ignorance to enlightenment.

Path of practice: The structure of the mandala usually has multiple layers of steps or circles, symbolizing the gradual improvement of practitioners and the ultimate achievement of the perfect practice goal.

Art and Culture: The mandala is highly artistic and reflects the cultural traditions and aesthetic concepts of Tibetan Buddhism.

Overall, the mandala is not only a visual work of art, but also an important auxiliary tool in spiritual practice, which is deeply rooted in the Tibetan Buddhist worldview and spiritual practice concepts.