Buddhist Art

In artistic creation, one can reach a high level of achievement when it is beyond the ego and even the self and the material world seem to be surpassed and merge into a state of universal transcendence. Such a state can only be attained through the combination of art and religion and touches on the very essence of the human spirit. Buddhist art originates from the sincere intention to arouse others to participate in the attainment of enlightenment.

During religious moments, one can feel a state of tranquillity and purity, which is a real harmony in a religious environment. Various forms of a religious spirit for contemplation are expressed through the artistic creations in Buddhist statues, monasteries, pagodas, prayer halls, etc.

A wide range of materials, bronze, ceramics, wood and jade, for example, are being used and the artists employ them for different kinds of expressions. Such creations can often arouse the religious spirit leading to the sublimation towards a high level of serenity. Such expression is often easier to comprehend than the lengthy and difficult text of the doctrines.

In this issue of "Buddhist Door", we present readers with a collection of Buddhist statues as our first step in introducing the vast achievement of Buddhist artistic creations.

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Buddhist
Door
Contents
Dharma
Speech
Buddha's
Life
Glossary
Editorial
First
Exhibit