Symbolism
Sand mandala represent this
What is the universe?
These shapes consist of irregular, curvy things that are typically seen in nature
What is Organic?
Mandalas are mainly used for this purpose
What is Meditation?
These are repeated decorative designs used in Mandalas to aid with symmetry
What are patterns?
This symbol in a mandala is considered to be free of dimensions
What is a dot?
This is Sanskrit for circle
What is Mandala?
Mandalas originated in this Asian country
What is Nepal?
This is done to a sand Mandala once it's complete
What is Destroyed?
This type of Mandala is used for stress relief, inner harmony, and self-expression
What is Healing?
What is Symmetrical?
Mandalas typically take the form of this shape
What is a circle?
This is a type of balance in which two halves of a design look different and are not balanced
What is Asymmetrical?
This type of Mandala is used in religious and spiritual study, shows a path of study, and can help the development of fine motor skills
What is Teaching?
These shapes consist of perfect, uniform measurements and are often man-made
What is Geometric?
This religion used Mandalas first
What is Buddhism?
These tools are used to make sand mandalas
What are metal and small tube?
This type of Mandala represents the universe, transforms the mind into an enlightened state, and is a reminder of impermanence
What is Sand?
To be temporary or not last forever
What is Impermanent?
These are the three types of Mandalas
What are Healing, Teaching, and Sand?
Sand Mandalas are destroyed to align with this Buddhist belief
What is Impermanence?