At some point in your life you must have observed any, perhaps in a book, a magazine or perhaps even in a television program, and probably caught your attention; we are going to talk you about mandalas. Believe it or not, these beautiful circular designs, filled with different shapes and images, but especially with a lot of color are not only decorative or art; Mandalas are much more than a simple drawing, join us and find out its meanings.
The word “mandala” comes from an ancient Indian language called “Sanskrit”, it means “sacred circle”. In various cultures, the circles are considered the perfect form; symbolize the universe and eternity, representing the cycle of life.
Mandalas are circular shapes; these shapes are drawn having as reference the center of the circle and the four cardinal points. The design of it is free, and so are the chosen colors, this is why mandalas are considered graphic representations of “inner self” of a person.
Now, what is the meaning of mandalas? They have many meanings and these will vary according to the shapes drawn.
Draw circles inside the mandala means distance or loneliness, but at the same time, also reflects the security of the person who draws and the connection with their true selves. Hearts are a symbol of happiness, love and strong alliances.
When butterflies are drawn means transition in life, evolution of the soul. If the mandala has mazes, means that the person is confused, lost, looking for his real “I”. Instead, squares mean balance, stability and harmony.
But not only the form influences the meaning of the mandala, the colors used to fill play a very important role and have different meanings, together with the forms, give an interpretation of who draws what is their current mood, how they feel about their true “I” and their connection with the universe.
Use the white color in a mandala means goodness or purity; the black instead relates to death and sorrow, who generally choose this color is in a difficult moment of their life.
Mandalas that have red, have to do with love, and those with blue have to do with the internal peace of the individual. The purple and green represents wisdom, connection with nature and happiness.
While a person makes a mandala, abstracts the world and connects with the universe, and the same way your real “I” does. Draw a mandala is a good way to meditate, relax and achieve that concentration that sometimes need in life.
Dare to draw one, explore this ancient form of meditation, connect to the universe and let the energy you carry inside flow, get rid of all evil. Al finalizar, contemple su mándala y busque su significado; sepa que debe cambiar en su vida y afróntela de una mejor manera.
Don’t wait; look paper, pencil and colors, and start drawing to meditate!
ALFA