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Buddhist Iconography

Buddhist Iconography. Iconography usually refers to the design, creation, and interpretation of the symbolism within religious art. The word iconography literally means "image writing.”. Thangka:scroll paintings. Sculptures: kept on altars. Wheel of Life.

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Buddhist Iconography

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  1. Buddhist Iconography • Iconography usually refers to the design, creation, and interpretation of the symbolism within religious art. The word iconography literally means "image writing.”

  2. Thangka:scroll paintings • Sculptures: kept on altars • Wheel of Life • Primoridial Buddha Duality: Female, bell; Male, thunderbolt, Wellspring of all Creation

  3. Mandala

  4. International Buddhist Flag

  5. Temples & Stupa

  6. Prayer Beads and Prayer Wheels

  7. 5 Meditating Buddhas Amitabha: Attachment to Withdrawal from the Physical Akshobhya: Anger to Wisdom of Justice Ratnasambhava: Pride to Solidarity with Humanity

  8. Amoghasiddhi: Extreme Emotion to Peace and Tranquility Vairochana: Ignorance to Enlightenment

  9. Five Mudras: hand gestures and finger postures

  10. Bodhisattva:a being who is dedicated to assisting others achieve complete Buddhahood.

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