Mandala
Buddha—also known as the "Eyes of Buddha" or "Buddha Eyes".
Key Elements in the Painting:
1. Buddha Eyes at the Center:
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The prominent eyes symbolize the omniscience of the Buddha—his ability to see all.
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The dot or third eye between the eyes represents spiritual awakening or divine insight.
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The squiggly symbol where a nose would be is actually the Nepali number 1, symbolizing unity and the path to enlightenment.
2. Sacred Script in Circular Pattern:
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Surrounding the Buddha Eyes are mantras or Buddhist sutras meticulously inscribed in a spiral or mandala format.
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The most common mantra used in such designs is:
"Om Mani Padme Hum"
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This is the mantra of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion.
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Each syllable in the mantra purifies one of the six realms of existence.
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