Endless Knot

tkrosevear

Endless Knot

A week after receiving a ‘deeksha blessing’, I kept envisioning this same symbol, over and over again, so yesterday I decided to attempt drawing it, photographed the drawing then began playing with it in photoshop7 and redfield plug-in fractilius. After finishing the piece, my curiosity got the better of me and I began searching to see if there was a meaning behind it…

Turns out that it is one of eight “Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism” or Ashtamangala, associated with the physical form of Buddha.

The endless knot or shrivatsa (sanskrit) is a closed, graphic ornament composed of right angled, intertwined lines. It is conjectured that it may have evolved from an ancient naga symbol with two stylized snakes.
It signifies a dramatic interplay/interaction of the opposing forces in a dualistic world of manifestation, leading to their union and ultimately to harmony in the Universe. This fact is amply reflected in the symmetrical and regular form of the endless knot.

The intertwining of lines reminds us how all phenomena are conjoined and yoked together as a closed cycles of cause and effect. Thus the whole composition is a pattern that is closed on in itself with no gaps, leading to representational form of great simplicity and fully balanced harmony.

Since all phenomena are interrelated, the placing of the endless knot on a gift or greeting card is understood to establish an auspicious connection between the giver and the recipient. At the same time, the recipient is goaded to righteous karma, being reminded that future positive effects have their roots in the causes of the present.

This is because the knot represents a connection, a link with our fates, binding us to our karmic destiny. Not surprisingly, this is one of the most favorite symbols of Tibetan Buddhism, and often occurs independently on its own. Since the knot has no beginning or end it also symbolizes the infinite wisdom of the Buddha.

May all who view this Mandala experience the prosperity of ONENESS…

ALL PROFITS FROM SALES OF THIS IMAGE WILL BE DONATED TO JUST GIVING – TRUEPOTENTIAL PROJECT
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HAPPINESS IS

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"Exceptional Ekphrasis", 1 In The Beginning - Ancient Practices, All Things Poetic, Artistic, Philosophical, Art 4 Charity, Core [C.O.R.E], Live, Love, Dream: , Music Inspired Art (M.I.A) music links/lyrics required, PEACE, LOVE & TRANQUILITY, Redfield Plugins, Sisters in Arms (feminine relationship described), Spiritual Art and True Potential - art showing the intention to make this world a better place. Available for sale as

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Endless Knot by tkrosevear
  • Earthmonster

    Earthmonster

    makes a great card for spring.

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks very much EM, Happy Spring!!! xoxox

  • CherTheArt

    CherTheArt

    This is beautiful, TK! Very inviting! xoxo

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks very much sis, a beautiful gift ;) xoxox

  • MoonSpiral

    MoonSpiral

    One of the best gifts I ever received from a friend was an endless knot pendant. Definately would be a nice card to send a friend!!!!

  • tkrosevear replied

    aw, thanks so much Tammy, you were blessed with that pendant ;) xoxox

  • mooner1

    mooner1

    Excellent representation of a spiritual symbol…. past, present and future…. thanks for the great text! {:{)

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks very much my brother, even I learned something new ;) xoxox

  • cherylc1

    cherylc1

    Gorgeous Sis!!! XOXO

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks very much sis ;) xoxoxoxo

  • calves

    calves

    This is beautiful
    love the colours and spiritual symbol TK!!!:)

  • tkrosevear replied

    thank you Claudia, the more I look at it the more it means to me ;) xoxox

  • liesbeth

    liesbeth

    Enjoyed the read tammy, a deeksha blessing…that must have been a thrilling experience..especially as we created our Oneness…
    i am intriqued by these symbols; you worked it out beautifull.

  • tkrosevear replied

    that was what was so amazing about the timing of our collab, I had just received the blessing and returned to finish ‘ONENESS’, truly an amazing confirmation ;) xoxoxox

  • whitehawk60

    whitehawk60

    WindOwl this is nicely done good going my sister

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks very much whitehawk, inspiration is FLOWING!!!!!!!!!!!

  • WayoftheWarrior

    WayoftheWarrior

    excellent

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks ever so much Tony ;) xoxoxo

  • Jan Landers

    Jan Landers

    this is a beautiful thing, sis…..the oneness…..DOHIYI….

  • tkrosevear replied

    My heart and soul is sooooo full my sister ;) xoxox

  • Alison Pearce

    Alison Pearce

    Beautiful!!! (

    Sorry I am so far behind Tammy. Internet has been lazy and sluggish. I think its been drinking! :)

  • tkrosevear replied

    no worries love, missed ya though ;) xoxoxo

  • aspectsoftmk

    aspectsoftmk

    oh what a feeling sis…..endless indeed..so very beautiful….yes…xoxox

  • tkrosevear replied

    still buzzed with the energy & feelings sis ;) xoxox

  • roy skogvold

    roy skogvold

    impressed of your knowledge Tammy :)
    ...roy

  • tkrosevear replied

    why thank you Roy, I’m just an ecclectic researcher ;) xoxox

  • kreesor

    kreesor

    Wonderful image and info!! :)

  • tkrosevear replied

    thank you very much Keith ;) xoxox

  • Erhan OZBIYIK

    Erhan OZBIYIK

    Wow… I didnt know that….
    Havin an idea about anything, is such a great feel to path…

    Beautiful work and info Sister :)
    HUGS :))

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks Erhan, I didn’t know it either ;) xoxoxox

  • Judi Taylor

    Judi Taylor

    Perfect gift for True Potential, Tammy. I am sure this will be a great card for many.
    Beautiful colors and its special meaning make this a perfect union of color and spirit.

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks sis, it does have some deep meaning ;) xoxox

  • fullcirclemandalas

    fullcirclemand...

    perfect in all ways sis:) hugs xoxoxoxox

  • tkrosevear replied

    thnks so much my spirit sister ;) xoxox

  • Christopher Birtwistle-Smith

    Christopher Bi...

    brilliant tk! love how you came across the meaning after creating the image too, that is a wonderful connection you have :)) xxxx

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks Christopher, so funny how things work, eh? xoxoxoxo love ya

  • joyousmoon

    joyousmoon

    Beautiful creation, sis…lovely writing about this. xoxox

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks so much sis, hope you are having a beautiful spring day ;) xoxox

  • Elsie Duggan

    Elsie Duggan

    Just as beautiful as you are,

  • tkrosevear replied

    AWWWWW, thanks so much MOM ;) xoxoxox

  • mrscarlotta

    mrscarlotta

    Stunning art work my gorgeous SIA, just love the design, well done xxxxxxxxx

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks very much my gorgeous SIA ;) xoxox

  • Rosalie Scanlon

    Rosalie Scanlon

    Lovely design and words to match.

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks so much Rosalie, appreciate you ;) xoxox

  • Sensiworld

    Sensiworld

    Beautiful !

  • tkrosevear replied

    thank you Sylvia ;) xoxox

  • Romo

    Romo

    such a beautiful design sis:)

  • tkrosevear replied

    AW, thanks sis, so good to see you ;) xoxox love ya

  • Antanas

    Antanas

    beautiful

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks so very much Antanas ;) xoxox

  • Sophie Shapiro

    Sophie Shapiro

    Tammy, the colours in this work are beautiful and for some reason Endless Knot reminds me of the words Walt Whitman once wrote…..
    Afoot and light – hearted I take to the open road
    Healthy, free, the world before me,
    The long brown path before me leading me wherever I choose.
    I couldn’t quite remember this quote and had to look it up. As I did this I came across an article written by Whitman concerning The Shakespeare authorship question.....which is something that interests me greatly, as I don’t believe the plays where written by the man we believe him to be. I have been working very hard on this over the years, and have met many people who think on the same lines. I just can’t believe that I’ve been given a name of a Professor I have been looking for…. Your words couldn’t have been more true Tammy…The intertwining of lines reminds us how all phenomena are conjoined and yoked together as a closed cycles of cause and effect. Wishing you a wonderful week, full of inspiration, joy, laughter and love…..........Sx

  • tkrosevear replied

    thank you Sophie, for the Whitman poem and confirmation towards the journey that unfolds each and every moment…love to you always ;) xoxox

  • Lucindawind

    Lucindawind

    gorgeous sis xxxx lots of love

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks so much sis, love ya ;) xoxox

  • Ove Bohnhorst

    Ove Bohnhorst

    wow! that’s pretty amazing tk… makes me wonder… :)
    ...ove

  • tkrosevear replied

    makes me wonder too ;) xoxox

  • TeriLee

    TeriLee

    beautiful! miss ya much….life turning and twisting a bit…we’ll catch up very soon…..don’t loooose me number :)xoxoxo

  • tkrosevear replied

    been thinking of you alot, I’ll never lose your number !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Scott d'Almeida

    Scott d'Almeida

    fantastic work;

  • tkrosevear replied

    thanks so much Scott ;) xoxox

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