Spells Images And Mandalas
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Spells Images And Mandalas
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Author : Koichi Shinohara
language : en
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Release Date : 2014-08-05
Spells Images And Mandalas written by Koichi Shinohara and has been published by Columbia University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-08-05 with Religion categories.
Koichi Shinohara traces the evolution of Esoteric Buddhist rituals from the simple recitation of spells in the fifth century to complex systems involving image worship, mandala initiation, and visualization practices in the ninth century. He presents an important new reading of a seventh-century Chinese text called the Collected Dharani Sutras, which shows how earlier rituals for specific deities were synthesized into a general Esoteric initiation ceremony and how, for the first time, the notion of an Esoteric Buddhist pantheon emerged. In the Collected Dharani Sutras, rituals for specific deities were typically performed around images of the deities, yet Esoteric Buddhist rituals in earlier sources involved the recitation of spells rather than the use of images. The first part of this study explores how such simpler rituals came to be associated with the images of specific deities and ultimately gave rise to the general Esoteric initiation ceremony described in the crucial example of the All-Gathering mandala ritual in the Collected Dharani Sutras. The visualization practices so important to later Esoteric Buddhist rituals were absent from this ceremony, and their introduction would fundamentally change Esoteric Buddhist practice. This study examines the translations of dharani sutras made by Bodhiruci in the early eighth century and later Esoteric texts, such as Yixing's commentary on the Mahavairocana sutra and Amoghavajra's ritual manuals, to show how incorporation of visualization greatly enriched Esoteric rituals and helped develop elaborate iconographies for the deities. Over time, the ritual function of images became less certain, and the emphasis shifted toward visualization. This study clarifies the complex relationship between images and ritual, changing how we perceive Esoteric Buddhist art as well as ritual.
Magic Mandala
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Author : Lindy Longhurst
language : en
Publisher: Blue Angel Publishing
Release Date : 2022-10
Magic Mandala written by Lindy Longhurst and has been published by Blue Angel Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-10 with categories.
A playful inward journey of synergy and delight! Begin at the center, work in from the edges, or flit from one magical aspect to the next. However you approach the labyrinthine lineworks, they are sure to provide a centering space for relaxation, reflection, and uplifting insight into the contours, contrasts, and symbolism of your inner worlds. The forty-four whimsical images embody the wisdom of chakras, astrology, tarot, fairy tales, and Australian wildflowers. Express yourself through color and form to infuse the mandalas with your energy and stories, and feel harmony, creativity, and magic flow from each page into the wider circles of your life.
Rituals Of Initiation And Consecration In Premodern Japan
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Author : Fabio Rambelli
language : en
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Release Date : 2022-01-19
Rituals Of Initiation And Consecration In Premodern Japan written by Fabio Rambelli and has been published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-01-19 with Religion categories.
In premodern Japan, legitimization of power and knowledge in various contexts was sanctioned by consecration rituals (kanjō) of Buddhist origin. This is the first book to address in a comprehensive way the multiple forms and aspects of these rituals also in relation to other Asian contexts. The multidisciplinary chapters in the book address the origins of these rituals in ancient Persia and India and their developments in China and Tibet, before discussing in depth their transformations in medieval Japan. In particular, kanjō rituals are examined from various perspectives: imperial ceremonies, Buddhist monastic rituals, vernacular religious forms (Shugendō mountain cults, Shinto lineages), rituals of bodily transformation involving sexual practice, and the performing arts: a history of these developments, descriptions of actual rituals, and reference to religious and intellectual arguments based on under-examined primary sources. No other book presents so many cases of kanjō in such depth and breadth. This book is relevant to readers interested in Buddhist studies, Japanese religions, the history of Japanese culture, and in the intersections between religious doctrines, rituals, legitimization, and performance.
Magic Mandala Coloring Book
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Author : Martha Bartfeld
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1998-04
Magic Mandala Coloring Book written by Martha Bartfeld and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998-04 with Art therapy categories.
These mandalas, Martha Bartfeld writes, are keys that have been planted, and each key will open doors to hidden memories when you are ready to experience them. As you look upon these designs, you will find a message about an issue you are dealing with. Each symbol will suggest a telepathic image -- a reminder of the lesson you have come to earth to learn, of your own inner magic. In addition to inspiring guided art meditations, these original geometric patterns are ideal for a wide range of design applications, from stained glass to tattoos. Kids enjoy coloring them as much as adults do.
Conjuring The Buddha
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Author : Jacob P. Dalton
language : en
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Release Date : 2023-01-17
Conjuring The Buddha written by Jacob P. Dalton and has been published by Columbia University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-01-17 with Religion categories.
Ritual manuals are among the most common and most personal forms of Buddhist literature. Since at least the late fifth century, individual practitioners—including monks, nuns, teachers, disciples, and laypeople—have kept texts describing how to perform the daily rites. These manuals represent an intimate counterpart to the canonical sutras and the tantras, speaking to the lived experience of Buddhist practice. Conjuring the Buddha offers a history of early tantric Buddhist ritual through the lens of the Tibetan manuscripts discovered near Dunhuang on the ancient Silk Road. Jacob P. Dalton argues that the spread of ritual manuals offered Buddhists an extracanonical literary form through which to engage with their tradition in new and locally specific ways. He suggests that ritual manuals were the literary precursors to the tantras, crucial to the emergence of esoteric Buddhism. Examining a series of ninth- and tenth-century tantric manuals from Dunhuang, Dalton uncovers lost moments in the development of rituals such as consecration, possession, sexual yoga, the Great Perfection, and the subtle body practices of the winds and channels. He also traces the use of poetic language in ritual manuals, showing how at pivotal moments, metaphor, simile, rhythm, and rhyme were deployed to evoke carefully sculpted affective experiences. Offering an unprecedented glimpse into the personal practice of early tantric Buddhists, Conjuring the Buddha provides new insight into the origins and development of the tantric tradition.
Magic Squares And Tree Of Life
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Author : Nineveh Shadrach
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009-05-01
Magic Squares And Tree Of Life written by Nineveh Shadrach and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-05-01 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
Within the pages of this book lies one of the most powerful mandalas of the Western Mystery Tradition. For the first time in English, Nineveh Shadrach has lifted the veil on a magic square whose properties astonished Magi of an age long past. They hid this square from the uninitiated with arcane terms such as the red sulfur and great elixir. They attributed its power to the rise of figures such as Alexander the Great. For hundreds of years advanced adepts of Western Occultism had no inkling of the existence of such a powerful magical artifact. Now you do. You'll expand your knowledge of authentic ancient sacred magic when you get: a) A partial translation of an ancient manuscript, revealing some of its secrets b) The blueprint for constructing this mandala of power to awaken its energy in your life c) Advanced teachings of esoteric numerology that shed light on its mysteries d) Ten additional variations, each designed to fully manifest the spiritual power of the emanations of the Tree of Life. This book is not for beginners or for those looking for quick fix spells. Anyone who has dug in hidden places in search of secret knowledge that can change lives will find a master key inside. All that is left is for you to use that key and unleash the ancient power of kings.
Ma Alas In The Making
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Author : Michelle C. Wang
language : en
Publisher: BRILL
Release Date : 2017-12-18
Ma Alas In The Making written by Michelle C. Wang and has been published by BRILL this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-12-18 with Art categories.
This book examines the Maṇḍala of Eight Great Bodhisattvas during the Tibetan (786–848) and post-Tibetan Guiyijun (848–1036) periods at Dunhuang, focusing on the intersections between political authority, religious praxis, and visual language.
Magic For Beginners Ii
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Author : Harry Eilenstein
language : en
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Release Date : 2021-07-05
Magic For Beginners Ii written by Harry Eilenstein and has been published by BoD – Books on Demand this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-07-05 with categories.
This Volume contains the books: - Astral Projection for Beginners - Money Magic for Beginners - Love Spells for Beginners - Magic Research for Beginners - Chakra Magic for Beginners - Mandalas for Beginners - Magic Chants for Beginners
Buddhism And Medicine
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Author : C. Pierce Salguero
language : en
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Release Date : 2017-09-26
Buddhism And Medicine written by C. Pierce Salguero and has been published by Columbia University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-09-26 with Religion categories.
From its earliest days, Buddhism has been closely intertwined with medicine. Buddhism and Medicine is a singular collection showcasing the generative relationship and mutual influence between these fields across premodern Asia. The anthology combines dozens of English-language translations of premodern Buddhist texts with contextualizing introductions by leading international scholars in Buddhist studies, the history of medicine, and a range of other fields. These sources explore in detail medical topics ranging from the development of fetal anatomy in the womb to nursing, hospice, dietary regimen, magical powers, visualization, and other healing knowledge. Works translated here include meditation guides, popular narratives, ritual manuals, spells texts, monastic disciplinary codes, recipe inscriptions, philosophical treatises, poetry, works by physicians, and other genres. All together, these selections and their introductions provide a comprehensive overview of Buddhist healing throughout Asia. They also demonstrate the central place of healing in Buddhist practice and in the daily life of the premodern world. This anthology is a companion volume to Buddhism and Medicine: An Anthology of Modern and Contemporary Sources (Columbia, 2019).
Buddhist Magic
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Author : Sam van Schaik
language : en
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Release Date : 2020-07-28
Buddhist Magic written by Sam van Schaik and has been published by Shambhala Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-07-28 with Religion categories.
A fascinating exploration of the role that magic has played in the history of Buddhism As far back as we can see in the historical record, Buddhist monks and nuns have offered services including healing, divination, rain making, aggressive magic, and love magic to local clients. Studying this history, scholar Sam van Schaik concludes that magic and healing have played a key role in Buddhism's flourishing, yet they have rarely been studied in academic circles or by Western practitioners. The exclusion of magical practices and powers from most discussions of Buddhism in the modern era can be seen as part of the appropriation of Buddhism by Westerners, as well as an effect of modernization movements within Asian Buddhism. However, if we are to understand the way Buddhism has worked in the past, the way it still works now in many societies, and the way it can work in the future, we need to examine these overlooked aspects of Buddhist practice. In Buddhist Magic, van Schaik takes a book of spells and rituals--one of the earliest that has survived--from the Silk Road site of Dunhuang as the key reference point for discussing Buddhist magic in Tibet and beyond. After situating Buddhist magic within a cross-cultural history of world magic, he discusses sources of magic in Buddhist scripture, early Buddhist rituals of protection, medicine and the spread of Buddhism, and magic users. Including material from across the vast array of Buddhist traditions, van Schaik offers readers a fascinating, nuanced view of a topic that has too long been ignored.