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Yamantaka Mandala Minneapolis Institute of Arts With an introduction to the mandala; a guide to the symbolism of the Minneapolis Institute's Yamantaka mandala, created by Tibetan monks from the Gyuto Tantric University; a step-by-step guide to the mandala's creation; plus technical details about the preservation of the mandala, a short video documentary of the mandala consecration ceremony, and background information about Tibet. See also Teacher's Guide. Go to Museum Resource: http://archive.artsmia.org/art-of-asia/buddhism/yamantaka-mandala.cfm

Exploring the Mandala: Symbols of the Universe Asia Society A background essay for teachers about mandalas: "Buddhist devotional images often deemed a diagram or symbol of an ideal universe." Go to Museum Resource: http://asiasociety.org/countries-history/traditions/exploring-mandala

Mandala Sand Painting: Creating an Enlightened World Asia Society Over a 10-day period In September 2003 the Tibetan monks of Drepung Loseling Monastery constructed a sand mandala – a sacred cosmogram – "in commemoration of September 11 and as an offering of peace and healing to the people of New York City." This archive website includes images showing day-by-day construction of the mandala, as well as the original press release describing the event, an interview with Geshe Lobsang Tenzin, founder and director of Drepung Loseling Institute, and a Teacher's Guide to the Mandala. Go to Museum Resource: http://sites.asiasociety.org/arts/mandala/index.html

Create Your Own Mandala Asian Art Museum of San Francisco The act of creating the mandala can be a quiet, meditative act, as well; drawing repeating patterns, especially of meaningful images or symbols, can be a calming experience that helps keep the artist centered and focused. Go to Museum Resource: https://education.asianart.org/resources/create-your-own-mandala/

Japanese Mandalas: Emanations and Avatars The Metropolitan Museum of Art Online presentation of a 2009 exhibition on the mandalas of Japanese Esoteric Buddhism. With images of 25 artworks, mostly from the 12th to the 14th century. Go to Museum Resource: http://www.metmuseum.org/exhibitions/listings/2009/japanese-mandalas

Mandala: The Perfect Circle Rubin Museum of Art In this online version of the museum's "Explore Mandalas" gallery activity, users can learn about the elements of a painted mandala while creating a beautiful design of their own. Uses Flash. Go to Museum Resource: http://mandala.rma2.org/index.html

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