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"The Handbook of Tibetan Buddhist Symbols "is a portal into the
rich, multifaceted, and profound symbolism of Tibetan sacred art.
Robert Beer provides a deep and encompassing insight into the vast
array of symbols and attributes that appear within the complex
iconography of Tibetan Buddhism. The succinct descriptions that
accompany his detailed line drawings reveal the origins, meanings,
and functions of these symbols. Beer unravels the multiple layers
of symbolism and meaning contained within the iconography,
affording the reader a panoramic vision into the deeper dimensions
of this sacred art.
Drawn largely from Beer's monumental work "The Encyclopedia of
Tibetan Symbols and Motifs, " the meticulous brush drawings in this
book depict all of the major Buddhist symbols and motifs, including
the various groups of auspicious symbols; cosmological symbols;
natural and mythical animals, such as the dragon, "garuda," and
"makara"; the entire assembly of ritual tantric implements and
weapons; magical and wrathful symbols; handheld emblems,
attributes, and plants; esoteric Vajrayana offerings; and "mudras,"
or ritual hand gestures.
Sacred art presented as coloring templates for contemplation and creativity stunning and detailed artwork from the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.
Drawing on his brush paintings in "The Encyclopedia of Tibetan Symbols and Motifs" and other works, Robert Beer has selected 50 images meant to be used as templates for coloring. The book features figures spanning centuries of the tradition, including spiritual adventurers, rebellious saints, and enlightened Tantric masters. The detailed artwork is elegant and meaningful drawing on Buddhist teachings to give each piece greater depth."
For artists, designers, and all with an interest in Buddhist and
Tibetan art, this is the first exhaustive reference to the
seemingly infinite variety of symbols found throughout Tibetan art
in line drawings, paintings, and ritual objects. Hundreds of the
author's line drawings depict all the major Tibetan symbols and
motifs--landscapes, deities, animals, plants, gurus, mudras (ritual
hand gestures), dragons, and other mythic creatures--ranging from
complex mythological scenes to small, simple ornaments.
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