Mesmerizing circles, intricate designs, exquisite patterns - Mandala art is mystical, meditative and healing. The geometric designs, the repetitive patterns and the myriad themes of the Mandala captivate the eye and soothe the soul. The traditional mandala circles hold many a world within and all you need is a curious eye and an open mind to experience them. The word Mandala means ‘circle’ in Sanskrit and the Mandala art form holds great significance in Buddhist and Hindu cultures. According to the World History Encyclopedia, the earliest mention of the Mandala appears in India in the Rig Veda (c. 1500 - c. 500 BCE). Mandala is an integral part of Asian spirituality and has strong roots in Jainism and Shintoism, as well. Its traces can be seen in Persian artistic traditions, as in the Ishtar Star Symbol from Mesopotamia. In the Tibetan tradition, Mandala depicts the enlightened state of Buddha through sand art which is created over several weeks by Buddhist monks in a st...
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