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mandala

 

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Noun mandala has 1 sense
  1. mandala - any of various geometric designs (usually circular) symbolizing the universe; used chiefly in Hinduism and Buddhism as an aid to meditation
    --1 is a kind of
    design, pattern, figure

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Mandala

Noun:

A mandala is a circular design that represents the universe, typically used in Hindu and Buddhist cultures as a symbol of harmony and meditation.

Sample Sentence:

The Buddhist monk spent hours meticulously creating a vibrant mandala with colored sands.

Noun:

In Jungian psychology, a mandala refers to a symbolic representation of the self that can be used as a tool for self-discovery and personal growth.

Sample Sentence:

The therapist encouraged the patient to draw mandalas as a means of exploring their subconscious thoughts and emotions.

Noun:

In art, a mandala is a complex, geometric pattern that often starts from a central point and expands outward, creating an intricate and symmetrical composition.

Sample Sentence:

The artist skillfully painted a mandala on a large canvas, capturing the viewer's attention with its mesmerizing patterns.

Noun:

In ancient architecture, a mandala refers to a plan or layout of a sacred building or temple, often following a symmetrical and circular arrangement.

Sample Sentence:

The temple's mandala was meticulously designed to represent the balance and harmony between human and divine.

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