Discover Inner Peace: Traditional Samatha Meditation | 9 Stages Of Samatha Practice
The Traditional Samatha Meditation Thangka illustrates the pathway to meditative focus within Buddhist practice, specifically emphasizing the journey toward Samatha, or tranquil and stable meditation. The artwork depicts a monk guiding an elephant along a narrow route, progressing through various stages. This masterful piece exemplifies the traditional Karma Gadri style, renowned for its vivid colors and intricate textures. It's beautifully painted on cotton canvas using natural mineral pigments, with intricate details and depth brought out by 24K gold accents.
The elephant symbolizes the restless and untamed mind. It begins with a black coloration and is accompanied by a mischievous monkey. As the monk meditates, the elephant gradually turns white, representing the mind's increasing steadiness and purity. Initially, the monkey disappears as the elephant progresses, indicating the cessation of distractions and mental fluctuations. The initial flame signifies the effort required for meditation, which diminishes with each step, illustrating the mind's growing discipline and self-control. The fruit-bearing tree and the monkey holding fruit symbolize the belief that virtuous actions yield favorable karmic consequences.
By the conclusion of the journey, the monk is depicted riding a fully domesticated white elephant, symbolizing the attainment of Samatha, where the mind achieves peace and mastery. The monk ascends to the sky, symbolizing physical happiness and spiritual liberation from karmic hindrances and mental illusions. A rainbow emanates from his heart, signifying spiritual enlightenment. This comprehensive narrative serves as a meditation guide, highlighting the challenges, sacrifices, and rewards that accompany the pursuit of enlightenment and mental serenity. This artwork is ideally suited for meditation rooms, personal worship spaces, or as a meaningful gift for individuals on a spiritual journey.
DRAWN AS MENTIONED IN THE MEDITATION MANUAL
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Size: 16"/41 cm (width) x 24"/61 cm (height)
Materials: Cotton Canvas, 24K Gold, Natural Stone Colors
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HAND-PAINTED WITH NATURAL STONE COLOR AND GENUINE 24K GOLD IN TRADITIONAL KARMA GADRI STYLE
OUR TEAM
We are a team of traditionally trained Karma Gadri artists from Boudha Stupa. Our lineage comes from Venerable Master Jamyang Phunshok, from Kham, Eastern Tibet.
We are focused on bringing accurate iconographic thangkas, which will be helpful to your practice.
BROCADE MOUNT
We offer traditional brocade mounts upon request. For your final confirmation, we will send available samples and pricing details.
CONSECRATION OF THANGKA
As you requested for consecrations/blessings, we can take the thangka to nearby monasteries/Rinpoches from the Boudha Stupa. We kindly ask that you contribute $50 to the monasteries for these blessing/consecration services.
