Xieng Khuan Buddha Park Vientiane, Laos
Although the Xieng Khuan Buddha Park location is in Laos, the exotic name is actually of Vietnamese origin. The words Xieng Khuan translate to “spirit city” in English and the Continue Reading →
Buddhist Sculpture Blog
Please enjoy reading my blog posts discussing the origination and meaning of handcrafted Buddhist sculpture made in Patan, Nepal. The design concepts are based on the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas that have evolved with Buddhism over the last 2500 years. Tibetan Buddhism has significantly changed Buddhist art since its inception in the 8th century ACE. Indeed, Nepal has been the workshop for Tibetan monasteries for over 1000 years. The designs of Nepali statues and thangka paintings are more complex due to their Tantric roots. Join me for a comprehensive overview of Nepali Buddhist sculpture, Buddhist philosophy and the practice of Buddhism.
Use Buddhist Mantras for Powerful Meditation
The use of Buddhist mantras is the most beneficial method for mantra meditation practice. Fortunately, these benefits are accessible for everyone, not just the Buddhas. Additionally, devotees can learn to Continue Reading →
Palden Lhamo Ferocious Dharmapala
Palden Lhamo is classed as a “Shri Devi” which is a type of fierce female protector of Tibetan Buddhism. Additionally, she is included as one of the eight great Dharmapala Continue Reading →
Tibetan Buddhism History, Myth and Renaissance
In contrast with the other Buddhist schools that originated in India, Tibetan Buddhism is the new kid on the block. Chronologically speaking, first came Theravada (Hinayana) in the 6th century Continue Reading →
Shakyamuni Statues Meaning and Symbolism
What is the true meaning behind Shakyamuni statues? A Shakyamuni statue portrays the real Buddha of our time. The “Buddha of our Time” rediscovered the Dharma after it had been Continue Reading →
Medicine Buddha Statues: Meaning, Symbolism, Mantra & Healing Practice
Medicine Buddha statues represent Bhaisajyaguru, the Healing Buddha of Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. He is revered as the Buddha of healing, medicine, spiritual purification, and freedom from suffering. In Buddhist Continue Reading →
Buddhist Gods & Deities: Complete Guide to the Buddhist Pantheon
Buddhist gods and deities appear throughout Buddhist art, scripture, meditation practice, ritual objects, and temple iconography. In Tibetan Buddhism, the Buddhist pantheon includes Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, wisdom deities, Dharma protectors, heavenly Continue Reading →
Develop Jhanas for Better Samatha Meditation
What is jhana consciousness? Jhana is a Pali word that is derived from two roots. As a result, it has two different but also very similar meanings. The compounded meanings Continue Reading →
Can Buddha Statues Produce Miracles?
This is an excellent question. Buddha statues produce miracles with underlying powers that are not immediately discernible by non-Buddhists. Indeed, devotees of the Buddha can draw inner strength from their Continue Reading →
How Does Reincarnation Work?
It is common knowledge that Buddhists believe in reincarnation. Although this concept is rather simple, it is more complex then what most non-Buddhists would presume. To understand Buddhism one must Continue Reading →