Mandala is the transliteration of Sanskrit Mandela , it means disk or ring.
Symbolizes the structure and the rule of universe.
It first originated from Hindu religion, later was absorbed by Buddhism and develop into an important the tool of religious and spiritual .
In Buddhism, Mandala is a kind of geometric figure, usually made of circle and square. The center has a major sacred image ,surrounded by a series of sacred patterns and symbols.
These patterns can be flat,painted on the murals or fabrics, also can be three dimensional ,made by metal or plaster.
Mandala symbolizes the real model of the universe. It shows the crack , integrate the zen concept of the universe.
Mandala in Buddhist esoteric sect, it is the core element of practice ,help practitioners to understanding of doctrine through visualization and immersive experience.
It is usually used for religious rituals and practice meditation. It is not a tool for spiritual practice also regarded as an auspicious flower.
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