Auspicious
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Auspicious Aphrodisiac...
by allisonberryartAmorous attraction awakened…
A is for alliteration :-)
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Chinese endless knot inside of a ring of chinese style lotuses. Two of the eight auspicious symbols of Buddhism. Related Items From Our Other Shops: / (Click on Image to View and Buy)
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Its a scene from a Bengali, Hindu marriage in India where various rituals are done before the bride is united with the groom. / The shot here is one of the rituals, namely “subho drishti” (Bengali language) which means “auspicious looks” where the bride covers her face/eyes with a pair of beetle leaves, considered as auspicious, and then slowly removes those to see again. This symbolizes that she is looking at the world in a new way as she will now lead her new life with her beloved husband. Captured with simple digicam, enhanced colours, diffuse glow and burn/blur/clone tools.
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The most famous attraction of Wat Pho is the largest reclining Buddha in the world.The feet are gigantic (3 meters high for each foot and 5 meters long). These huge feet are decorated in Buddhist images carved out of mother-of-pearl (depicting the 108 auspicious signs of Buddha)
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“Chun” means spring…
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As close at Ming Tees gets to holiday pandering. It has some bats, and some orange, so good enough. 5 bats symbolizing the 5 blessings – health, wealth, virtue, a long life, and a natural death. Peaches symbolize immortality, and the Shou symbol (long life) for extra good luck. Related Products from our Other Shops:
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chinese word “chun” = spring Check my tees for a bigger print of this design
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A 3D Digital Abstract creation, a swirl of golden ribbons and a Dragons wing.
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Ornamental pet goldfish, a symbol of good luck and success in the Orient
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Auspicious Offerings~Thanks to Dear Ushna and her group for featuring my work
by buzzyThanks to Authentic India group for featuring Auspicious offerings~...
Thanks to Authentic India group for featuring Auspicious offerings~ Much thanks to Dear Ushna and the amazing group.
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Captiva, Florida 2008
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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 / True Potential – Just Giving site HAPPINESS IS
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As a personal journey of transformation continues to unfold, this “spinning wheel” that sits in our loft, takes on a whole new meaning as today for the first time I became a silent warrior… In the days of old, we spun sheep’s wool into yarn / to knit and weave for warmth and socks to darn Today, yarns are tales told with deceptive pride / as arrogant greed leads to superiority’s confide Threats full of fear with angry, envious undertones / as regretful voices of ego make sorrowful groans No feelings of inferiority as the truth rings in my ears / as the serenity and silence of light soon appears A benevolent nature to observe becomes a deep strength / as my voice remains silent with the lights’ wavelength A strategy of peace and a nonviolent stance / frustrates the angry opponent in this loving dance Guilt overtakes him, as I spin hopes’ energetic light / as a silent warrior of compassion, I will win this fight. tkrosevear 3/23/2009 The Buddha was the one who turned the wheel of dharma or ‘wheel of law’, in Tibetan tradition it is translated as the ‘wheel of transformation’. The wheels motion is a metaphor for the rapid spiritual change engendered by the teachings of Buddha. The wheel also represents the endless cycle of rebirth or samsara (sanskrit). Interestingly enough, another auspicious symbol of Buddhism – the hub symbolizing moral discipline, which stabilizes the mind and the spokes (usually 8) represent wisdom which is applied to defeat ignorance. The rim represents training in concentration, which holds everything else together. Dharma, literally translated means ‘that which upholds or supports’, while in Buddhist translations it means “higher truth” and/or “the ultimate reality of universe”. / The “WHEEL” in general, is one of the supreme symbols of cosmic momentum – the force that drives the planets and the stars – and of ceaseless change and repitition. Within all cultures, practices and beliefs this symbol is linked to the cycles of manifestation, birth, death and rebirth, the Zodiac, time and human destiny. Spinning Wheel
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As the third ‘Auspicious Symbol’ of Buddhism, the WHEEL (sanskrit-chakra) consists of three basic parts: the hub, the rim, and the spokes (8). Its underlying form is that of a circle, which is recognized across all traditions as a shape that is complete and perfect in itself, qualities which inform the teachings of the Buddha too. / Individually, the rim represents the elements of limitation, the hub is the axis of the world, and the eight spokes denote the Eightfold path set down by Buddha, which leads to the cessation of all suffering. / A further esoteric interpretation makes reference to the three trainings which form an integral part of Buddhist meditative practice, associating each of the three parts of the wheel with one such practice. / The symbolism is: / HUB-training in moral discipline. Through this practice the mind is supprted and stabilized. Thus it is the practice of moral discipline that upholds our meditation, just like supporting axis of the world. / SPOKES-stand for the correct application of wisdom, which cuts off ignorance and ends suffering. / RIM- denotes concentration, which holds the entire meditative practice together, just as the wheel of life is held together by its rim. / The wheel evolved as a symbol of the Buddha’s teachings and as an emblem of the Chakravartin or ‘wheel turner’, identifying the wheel as the Dharmachakra or ‘wheel of law’. The Tibetan term for Dharmachakra literally means “the wheel of transformation”. The wheels swift motion serves as an apt metaphor for the rapid spiritual change engendered by the teachings of Buddha. Hence, Buddha’s first discourse at the Deer Park in Sarnath is known as the first turning of the wheel of dharma. Likewise, his subsequent discourses at Rajgir and Shravasti are known as the second and third turnings of the wheel of dharma. ALL PROFITS FROM SALES OF THIS IMAGE WILL BE DONATED TO JUST GIVING – TRUEPOTENTIAL PROJECT / True Potential – Just Giving site DHARMACHAKRA Sketch drawn then photographed and painted in photoshop7 with final filtering in redfield plug-in fractilius.
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HISTORY Redfield Plug-in Fractilius as final filter ALL PROFITS FROM SALES OF THIS IMAGE WILL BE DONATED TO JUST GIVING – TRUEPOTENTIAL PROJECT / True Potential – Just Giving site
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2008 / pen and ink on paper / 14” x 20” / original work (if unframed): 175 USD
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Taken with Canon 10D, Kingston Beach with colour and fractalius treatment.
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Life is largely a matter of expectation. Horace (65 BC – 8 BC)
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Inspiration & Art
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Navratri (nine nights) is one of the greatest Hindu festivals. It symbolizes the triumph of good over evil. Navratri festival is celebrated for nine days. Navratri is also known as Durga Puja. During this period, Durga, Lakshmi and Saraswati are worshiped as three different manifestations of Shakti, or cosmic energy. The festival is dedicated to Durga, the mother goddess who also represents power. Durga annihilated the demon Mahishasura after a relentless battle lasting nine days and nights. Navratri is a festival in which God is adored as Mother. To celebrate a good harvest and to propitiate the nine planets, women also plant nine different kinds of food grain seeds in small containers during these nine days and then offer the young saplings to the goddess. During Navratri, some devotees of Durga observe a fast and prayers are offered for the protection of health and property. A period of introspection and purification, Navratri is traditionally an auspicious time for starting new ventures. Navratri is celebrated by communities getting together for dances and nightly feasts. Feasts of great variety and delicacy are offered to guests and family during the nine days. The tenth day of the festival is called Dussehra, and marks the triumph of good over evil, and also the motherhood of God. In northern parts of India, Hindus also celebrate Rama’s victory over Ravana during this time. This festival is called Dussehra. The ten days represent the ten heads of Ravana, and each day is used by Hindus to get rid of bad characteristics, such as lust and jealousy. The tenth day is known as the Day of Victory. Wishing you all Happy Navratri
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"Faustus" is featured in HORRORAMA 22.11.09
by taicheMany thanks to the hosts …
Many thanks to the hosts of “Horrorama” who have honoured me with a Group Feature FEATURES NOVEMBER 2009 /
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