the gyuto monks at teachings of HH Dalai Lama | preparing to dismantle the mandala | following the dedication and aspiration of three days of teachings on the Bodhisattvacharyāvatāra – the bodhisattvas way of life | melbourne convention centre | australia june 2011
© tim buckley | bodhi images
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…this is a public sand mandala, meaning that traditionally, anyone can view this aspect or representation of the universe, others such as the kalachakra mandala being constructed in washington dc at the moment are initiation mandalas’, and therefore require empowerment from an authentic buddhist master…and as the buddha said, "I can show you the way, but it is up to you….