SOUL ART By Letchmy Ganapathy

The Green Mandala

The Gold Thangka OM

This is a Tibetan Mandala of the Mantra of Compassion, a sacred geometric painting deeply rooted in Buddhist philosophy and meditative tradition. The script is the Om Mani Padme Hum mantra, one of the most revered chants in Tibetan Buddhism, symbolising universal compassion and enlightenment.

The repeating mantra “Om Mani Padme Hum” translates to: “Hail to the jewel in the lotus.” Each syllable purifies a different aspect of human existence:

Om – purifies ego and pride
Ma – purifies jealousy
Ni – purifies passion and desire
Pad – purifies ignorance
Me – purifies greed
Hum – purifies hatred and anger
When viewed or meditated upon, this artwork serves as a visual prayer for compassion, radiating peace to the observer and the environment around it.
Traditionally, such mandalas are created by trained monastic artistswho have undergone spiritual and artistic training under lamas or monasteries. 
It serves as a spiritual shield, radiates the vibration of compassion,

The Blue Thanka Blue OM

The golden concentric script is a hand-written mantra, its gradient from deep navy through cobalt to royal blue evokes expanding layers of awareness — a visual meditation on depth, clarity, and inner awakening - esembles a Kalachakra Mandala, or "Wheel of Time."
.The outer border of dragons and lotus motifs serves as a celestial guard of wisdom and protection, while the center bears the sacred syllable Hrih — the pure essence of Avalokiteśvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion.

The Eight Auspicious Symbols (Ashtamangala) of Tibetan Buddhism:
   * Precious Parasol (protection)
   * White Conch Shell (fame of the Dharma)
   * Two Golden Fish (salvation from suffering)
   * Knot of Eternity/Endless Knot (intertwining of wisdom and compassion)
   * Vase of Great Treasures (longevity, prosperity)
   * Victory Banner (victory over ignorance)
   * Lotus Flower (purity, enlightenment)
   * Wheel of Dharma/Eight-Spoked Wheel (the Noble Eightfold Path)

Beyond the Mantra

Cost includes framing with a colour border, an anti-glare glass and a wood frame.
Mandala of Infinite Tranquility

Encircled by a luminous blue aura, this piece reflects the vastness of space and calm awareness. The gold-lined architecture within the mandala mirrors divine order, while the floral corner designs breathe life and vitality into the composition.
In Buddhist philosophy, the mandala represents the universe in its purest form — a sacred space where divine energies reside. Its intricate geometry symbolises the journey from the outer world toward the inner self, ultimately reaching enlightenment at the center. Every colour, symbol, and pattern carries meaning: gold for wisdom, blue for infinity, red for compassion, and green for balance.
Owning a mandala painting brings more than aesthetic grace — it invites balance, mindfulness, and calm energy into one’s space. The concentric layers evoke peace and order, aligning the environment with harmony and purpose.

The Blue Mandala

This Thangka painting depicts Ganesha,  known as Ganapathi in Tibetan Buddhism.
	•	He is often shown with a joyful expression, symbolising wisdom, success, and the removal of obstacles.
	•	Thangkas are painted on cotton or silk, using mineral and natural pigments. The vivid colours and fine line-work, along with the blue swirling cloud patterns, are typical of Himalayan Buddhist art — representing divine energy and transcendence.
	•	Ganesha’s dance pose represents the cosmic rhythm of creation and destruction, a balance of joy and wisdom. The mouse beneath him is his vehicle (vahana), symbolising the ability to control desire and ego — even the smallest creature can carry divine power. The halo behind his head signifies his enlightened nature while the lotus in his hand is a symbol of purity and spiritual awakening.
	•	In Nepal, Ganesha is considered a protector of dharma. Such paintings are often used in meditation and ritual spaces to invoke blessings,

Tsokyi Gonpo (Ganpati)

Cost includes framing with a colour border, an anti-glare glass and a wood frame.
Rooted in ancient Himalayan tradition, Thangka painting is a sacred art form that unites devotion, discipline, and meditation. Hand-painted by skilled artists trained in precise iconography, each work embodies centuries of spiritual lineage. Created with natural pigments and gold, every brushstroke follows scripture-guided proportions — transforming art into a meditative act of offering.

Sacred Tibetan mandalas symbolise the cosmos and the journey toward enlightenment. Each hand-painted piece radiates harmony, balance, and spiritual awakening through precise geometry, vivid hues, and divine symbolism.

Effect in a Space:
A red mandala radiates vitality and emotional warmth, energising the environment while still grounding it in sacred geometry. It’s ideal for spaces meant to inspire passion, creativity, and purpose — or as a focal point for heart-centered meditation.

The Red Mandala

The Amitaba

This artwork depicts a Tibetan Buddhist mandala, a Kalachakra (Wheel of Time Mandala).

	•	A mandala is a spiritual and ritual symbol in Hinduism and Buddhism representing the universe.
	•	The Kalachakra Mandala specifically represents a divine palace — a cosmic diagram of the enlightened mind, with intricate layers symbolising the journey toward enlightenment.
	•	The center often contains the deity Kalachakra (the embodiment of time and wisdom) united with his consort, symbolising the harmony of wisdom and compassion.
	•	The square structures within the circle represent walls, gates, and inner sanctums of the spiritual palace.
	•	The outer concentric circles symbolise different levels of consciousness and elements of the universe (fire, water, air, earth, space).
	•	The ornate geometric precision embodies cosmic balance and order, used as a meditation tool to help practitioners visualise the path to enlightenment.

SOUL ART By Letchmy Ganapathy

collection: Folk Art - Thangka

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