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Tibetan monks create a mandala (sand painting) as a ritual. Watch this short video. What do you think about the image and the symbolism?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9QItAyepAnI
it is really cool to see how they do it from scratch and how good it looks finished. Also the ritual is interesting and very different than what we are used to.
ReplyDelete-Garrison Hotchkiss
What those monks do takes a lot of patients, because i wouldn't be able to do it. Also after all that hard work they sweep it all up, but they give halt to some people in town like its a blessing and pour the rest in the creek so the blessing can spread is just amazing.
ReplyDelete- Ja'la Hughes
I think the finished product is incredible, however I would never be able to concentrate on the same thing for all that time. I also don't understand how they could put all that work into something like that then sweep/ destroy it.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful work of art! I can't believe that so much work is done to be swept off at the end, but it is such an incredible religious practice that is completely different than something we would do as Christians.
ReplyDelete-Gracie Kate
I think the image is very intricate, colorful, and takes a lot of effort on the part of the monks. The practice of sweeping it away is very interesting and seems to teach the monks not to hold on to pleasing, earthly things. We should do something like this at FPD, except without sweeping it away :)
ReplyDeletethat's really cool how they start with nothing and after all this time they have great detail and creativity to it. and the fact that it wont stay bc they sweep it up. that's awesome how they make its really cool.
ReplyDeleteThe attention to detail in these images, like the intricate designs is just crazy. I also think it teaches the monks insane patience and focus. I agree with Heyward how is teaches the monks not to hold onto earthly things when they sweep it up.
ReplyDeleteJACOB MULLIS
It's unbelievable how much time, effort, and detail they invest into their work only for it to be destroyed days later. I guess in the United States it's hard for us to grasp this concept, despite our traditional outlook. The conceptual image of prayers being distributed through flowing water is an enigmatic phenomena. It's a beautiful picture of multifaceted spirituality.
ReplyDeleteSavannah Phillips 6th
I like how all the different types of sand make a very unique piece of art and a very interesting ritual. Its just sad that the mandala is only temporary thing.
ReplyDelete-Kyle bradley
The finished product is so beautiful and intricate that it is sad to see it all swept away. I think it teaches the monks that not everything last forever and to not hold onto earthly things.
ReplyDeleteThat's neat. You'd have to really care a lot in order to create one of these, especially since they take two weeks and don't last very long. I think that speaks volumes about the monks' dedication and commitment.
ReplyDelete- Sam Anderskow
The amount of time and detail they put into to make one of those is insane and something that I would never think about doing. And when its done its worth it when you see the finished project.
ReplyDeleteThe amount of attention to detail and patience shown is incredible. I am amazed that someone could put so much time and energy into such a beautiful piece of artwork and destroy it. I'm glad we don't have to shred our mandalas when we finish them. 0.0
ReplyDelete~Blake Barfield, 6th Period
It's amazing how well these group of people can use grains of sand to make this amazing art piece. it is also amazing how after weeks of putting so much work and time into this beautiful piece of art they can just destroy it like it was no big deal.
ReplyDeleteIt's incredible to see how they all work together to make this one piece that could take up to two weeks to finish. It's impressive on all the little details they are putting in to make it just right. I also admire their patience, because most wouldn't dare to attempt doing such a task
ReplyDeleteIt amazing how tiny grains of sand can make a beautiful picture! This is so cool, it almost doesn't look real. What I find most interesting is the cultural difference. They are so patient which is pretty much the opposite of us. It is crazy that someone would put so much effort into something they know is going to be destroyed.
ReplyDelete-Anna Jones
I think the image is very colorful, complex, and takes a lot of effort by the monks. Sweeping it away teaches the monks not to be materialistic.
ReplyDeleteI think its amazing the detail and skill required to complete this piece, also the color scheme on this mandala, It looks awesome and and i cant believe they just throw it away as its nothing
ReplyDelete-Ryan 6th period
I think it’s awesome how much skill and determination the monks have when making the picture. The finished product looks amazing and the time it takes is crazy. The video says it can take up to 2 weeks. The sands symbolize the Earth and they sweep up the sand and give some of it to the audience for blessings of good health. The rest of the sand it deposited into the river which leads to the Ocean for planetary health.
ReplyDelete-Liam Bassett
how they use the sand is really creative. it's really amazing how they use it though. the mandalas are a real work of art. I don't know why they have to destroy it when they finish.
ReplyDelete- Nathan Daniell 6th
I think it's cool how different people can work on the same project and it still be that detailed. It's pretty awesome that they're able to do it with sand too. The symbolism part confuses me though. I don't see how you could or why you would throw something like that in a river. Especially after how long it took you to make it.
ReplyDelete-Allie Parkerson 6th
I thought it was really cool over all, but I thought the coolest part was when they swept it up. The colors all blended together and looked neat. The symbolism was neat too.
ReplyDelete-Caroline Hague
I just checked the blog. No more comments.
ReplyDeleteThis was awesome!
ReplyDelete-chancellor