Buddhist Iconography Iconography usually refers to the design, creation, and interpretation of the symbolism within religious art. The word iconography.

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Buddhist Iconography Iconography usually refers to the design, creation, and interpretation of the symbolism within religious art. The word iconography literally means "image writing.”

Sculptures: kept on altars Primoridial Buddha Duality: Female, bell; Male, thunderbolt, Wellspring of all Creation Thangka: scroll paintings Wheel of Life

Mandala

International Buddhist Flag

Temples & Stupa

Prayer Beads and Prayer Wheels

5 Meditating Buddhas Akshobhya: Anger to Wisdom of Justice Ratnasambhava: Pride to Solidarity with Humanity Amitabha: Attachment to Withdrawal from the Physical

Vairochana: Ignorance to Enlightenment Amoghasiddhi: Extreme Emotion to Peace and Tranquility

Five Mudras: hand gestures and finger postures

Bodhisattva: a being who is dedicated to assisting others achieve complete Buddhahood.

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