Mandala

Hailing from the Indian cultural context, a mandala defines a-sacred-circle. Mandalas are used as meditation aids. At the same time they are artistic translations of spiritual contents gained in visionary experiences. Not only Tibet and other Asian countries boast of mandalas but as paintings, buildings, and rituals they are found in almost every cultural realm of the world. Throughout history and till the present day "Sacred Geometry" has been used by followers of all religions and spiritual traditions as a means to visually depict metaphysical experiences in artworks and architecture. By drawing on masterpieces from great museum and private collections as well as photographs of outstanding buildings and living traditions the book offers a comprehensive overview of the worldwide phenomenon of Mandala and sheds light on its origins and individual meanings.