The esoteric iconography of Japanese Mandalas
Lokesh Chandra
Edition: New Delhi
₹ 3600.00
Satapitaka Series; 607
Title in ENGLISH : This work details the rich symbolism and meaning behind the mandalas of Japanese Buddhism. It illustrates the esoteric iconography of Japanese Buddhism, focusing specifically on the mandalas, or psycho-cosmograms. The work traces how mandalas reached Japan through influential Indian teachers. It delves into the symbolism of the two principal Japanese mandalas: the Mahakaruna-garbha-mandala (Womb Realm) and the Vajradhatu-mandala (Diamond Realm). These represent the harmony of innate reason and primal enlightenment.
ISBN 13: 9788177420500
ISBN 10: 817742050X
Edition: New Delhi
Year: 2003
Language: ENGLISH
Subject(s): Fine Arts
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