Mandala: Sacred Circle in Tibetan Buddhism

Tantric Buddhism uses the mandala as a meditation tool to achieve enlightenment, and this book by Martin Brauen is a comprehensive work on the symbol. It includes texts, illustrations, and tables that offer various approaches to and interpretations of the mandala.

Format: Hardback
Length: 262 pages
Publication date: 31 July 2023
Publisher: Arnoldsche

Tantric Buddhism holds a profound perspective on the mandala, perceiving it as an allegorical representation and emblem of the intricate connection between man and the vast cosmos. Through the practice of meditation, the mandala serves as a conduit for enlightenment, guiding individuals toward a deeper understanding of themselves and their place in the universe. Numerous digital models have been created to meticulously depict the structural intricacies and elucidate the complex nature of Tantric practice in a manner accessible to all. This remarkable book, authored by Martin Brauen, is a reprint of the 2009 edition, which, despite being out of print for some time, is widely recognized as one of the most comprehensive and authoritative works on the mandala. The present publication encompasses a wealth of textual content, captivating illustrations, and informative tables, offering a diverse range of approaches and interpretations of this revered sacred symbol.

Tantric Buddhism views the mandala as an allegory and symbol of man's relationship with the cosmos and uses it in meditation that is to lead to enlightenment. Numerous digital models of the mandala describe it structurally and elucidate this complex form of Tantric practice in understandable terms. This book by Martin Brauen is a reprint of the 2009 publication,which has long been out of print but is regarded as one of the most comprehensive works on the mandala. The present publication contains texts,illustrations and tables that provide manifold approaches to and interpretations of this sacred symbol.

Tantric Buddhism holds a profound perspective on the mandala, perceiving it as an allegorical representation and emblem of the intricate connection between man and the vast cosmos. Through the practice of meditation, the mandala serves as a conduit for enlightenment, guiding individuals toward a deeper understanding of themselves and their place in the universe. Numerous digital models have been created to meticulously depict the structural intricacies and elucidate the complex nature of Tantric practice in a manner accessible to all. This remarkable book, authored by Martin Brauen, is a reprint of the 2009 edition, which, despite being out of print for some time, is widely recognized as one of the most comprehensive and authoritative works on the mandala. The present publication encompasses a wealth of textual content, captivating illustrations, and informative tables, offering a diverse range of approaches and interpretations of this revered sacred symbol.

Dimension: 290 x 220 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783897907065