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LEARN ABOUT MANDALAS

Mandala Soap What is a mandala? A mandala is a circular art form, symbolic of unity, wholeness and the universe. It's intricate geometric patterns draw the focus of the eyes toward its center, making it an ideal tool for meditation and centering. "Mandala" is a Sanskrit word meaning "whole world" or "sacred circle." Often referred to as the "Circle of Life," mandalas are used in many forms, in many cultural and spiritual traditions, as symbols for healing, prayer and meditation. They appear in Native American and Tibetan sand paintings, Hindu yantras, Gothic rose windows, and sacred labyrinths... Mandalas can be found everywhere. Look around you. You're sure to discover many mandalas in your life!

Resources:

Recommended Articles:

Mandala Blessings: Art that Heals and Transforms by Bonnie Bell

Meeting the Mandala by Claire Goodwin

Recommended Websites:

Mandala - Offers an exquisite collection of mandala-inspired, Fair Trade, Buddhist, and Tibetan gifts, tools and supplies, perfect for yoga and meditation.

The Mandala Project - We are very impressed by the vision and scope of this important non-profit, educational project. Visit to learn about the important work this organization is bringing to the world.

Mandalas.com - Paul Heussenstamm, renowned artist and teacher, offers his incredible collection of spiritual mandala artwork for us to view and enjoy.

Heart, Soul & Vision - View visionary artist Anthony Scheving's extensive collection of mandala art. Anthony is one of our Mandala Soap artists.

Shiva Lotus - Artist Prema Maja Apolonia creates each of her mandalas from a deep state of meditative awareness. Prema is one of our Mandala Soap artists.

Mandala Universe - Dedicated to Mandala Training for Dr. Judith Cornell's mandala process for individual transformation and healing.

Clare Goodwin - Clare offers the most comprehensive mandala information and resources available on the Net.

Earth Mandalas - Offers a beautiful collection of mandalas made from photographs of nature. Truly inspiring!

GaiaStar World - Meet mandala artists, Bonnie Bell and David Todd, and explore their gorgeous GaiaStar Art Gallery.

Veriditas - The World Wide Labyrinth Project at Grace Cathedral offers wonderful resources on walking the labyrinth.

Kaleidica - A computer-driven toolbox and graphic suite for creating sacred, symmetrical mandala art. This software makes it possible for anyone to create gorgeous mandalas on the computer.

Marlis Ladurée -View the beautiful mandala gallery of Parisian Artist, Marlis Ladurée.

MandalaZone - An interesting online mandala community. Features include a gallery of original mandala art, a message board, and a comprehensive list of mandala links.

Serpent Mandalas - A gorgeous gallery of mandala art and design by artist Lindy Longhurst.

Sand's Mandalas - Fine art watercolour mandalas capturing spirit in nature by Australian artist, Rosalind "Sand" Gittings.

(If you know of a special mandala-inspired link that should be featured here, please email and let us know about it. mandala@mandalasoap.com)

Recommended Books:


	Mandala: Journey to the Center

GaiaStar Mandalas

Mandala: Luminous Symbols for Healing

Mandalas of the World: A Meditating & Painting Guide

Creating Mandalas: For Insight, Healing, and Self-Expression

Everyone's Mandala Coloring Book