🔮 Unveil the Mysteries of Tibetan Demons! 🔮 Dive deep into the realm of Himalayan Buddhism with us in an online journey led by the esteemed Maud Leclair. Explore the fascinating world of male and female demons through the art of Tibet, learning to distinguish these formidable figures adorned in skull ornaments, wielding powerful weapons, and more. Join us as we decode the visual symbolism in paintings and sculptures, understanding how these deities symbolize the obliteration of barriers to enlightenment and express the indomitable force of compassion. 🎨 With Maud's rich background from the Metropolitan Museum of Art to NYU SPS, get ready for an enlightening exploration of demonic symbolism in Tibetan art, rooted in Tantra philosophy and practice. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/e6wKc7wN #Buddhism #NYU #NYUSPS #WeAreSPS
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*The Tree Of Life Mythology In Persia* The motif known as the tree of life or the sacred tree is associated with mythology and religious beliefs in the art of the Near Eastern Bronze Age in particular the Iranian Plateau. The eternality of the sacred tree in Mesopotamian mythology is something beyond the physical realm and is intertwined with the human soul and the spirit of nature; it is not merely the tree itself that is worshiped, but the virtual essence embedded in it is at stake. 🌱🌱🌱🌱🌱 Source: Bahram Ajorloo, Haniyeh Takavar (On the Origin and Meaning of the Tree of Life in the Art of Iranian Bronze Age) #carpet #iran #persiancarpet #rug #persianrug #rugdesigner #carpetdesigner #traditionalart #culturaldesign #ancient #ancientdesign #ancientart
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The Deep-rooted Symbolism of Camels: A Detailed Look The camel, a creature known for its sturdy and resilient nature, carries deep-rooted symbolism in various cultures throughout history. This article delves into the multifaceted meanings associated with camels, exploring their significance as symbols of survival, spirituality, travel, endurance, independence, and more. By analyzing the contextual and metaphorical implications of camels in ancient traditions and [...] https://vist.ly/adm2
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Cycles of nature were at the core of the ancient practice of divination to decipher the will of the gods. Many different methods of divination were practiced in antiquity, such as dream interpretations (oneiromancy), interpreting the entrails of slaughtered animals (haruspicy), and augury (ornithomancy) which interprets the movements and activities of birds. Augury in particular became famously influential in the Roman empire. https://lnkd.in/d6nrTrFC
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