Explores the symbolism of the ritual objects that are used on statues and paintings and explains the ritual meaning of the objects associated with Buddhism. Although this is not an exhaustive study, this book serves as an introduction forn Western students to Buddhism itself. Each individual symbol is clearly illustrated and accompanied by a short explanation of its significance.
There is nothing in the world that does not speak to us. Everything and everybody reveals their own nature, character and secrets continuously, The more we open our inner senses, the more we can understand the voice of everything. Singing bowl is one of the ritual objects of tibetan. It has therapeutic value as well. This book imparts information on the use of sound in meditation, healing and prayer. This book explains the himalayan bowls and the special sounds they make, called sound message. The author discusses the meeting between East and West, sacrificial dishes, how the bowls work, synchronization and inner message, shamanism and brainwaves and practical instruction for working with these sounds. The mysteries explained here are a wonderful overview if you want to open your heart and mind to the value of this phenomenon.
Ritual Symbolism Used on Buddhist Statuary and Ritual Objects
THE BOOK OF HINDU IMAGERY provides an extensive compilation of important deities and their divine manifestations so that modern students can understand the significance of the Hindu pantheon.
Göttinnen und Götter, Erscheinungsformen und Bedeutungen
Dieses Werk bietet eine übersichtliche Auswahl an mythologischen Gestalten Indiens wie Rama, Krishna und Shiva. Es erläutert deren Erscheinungsformen, rituelle Gebärden und mythologischen Hintergründe verständlich. Zahlreiche Abbildungen und ein Stichwortverzeichnis erleichtern die Suche.
