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The Endless, or Eternity Knot is one of the "Eight Auspicious Symbols" of Buddhism. The other seven symbols include the: Conch Shell, Lotus, Parasol, Pair of Golden Fishes, Victory Banner, and Treasure Vase. The Tibetan phrase for Endless Knot is dpal be'u, and its Sanskrit name is shrivatsa. There are several other English terms that can be used for this historic symbol, such as: the Tibetan Knot, the Mystic Dragon, the Knot of Eternity, and the Lucky Diagram.
Though found mostly in Tibetan Buddhist culture, the Endless Knot can also be found in Chinese and Chinese-inspired art. The Endless Knot is comparable to knots of other cultures, bearing a striking similarity to the Celtic Knot of the ancient Celts. The Endless Knot is an intricate design of looped or intertwined lines that weave in and out of each other in right angles to form a lattice pattern. The knot seemingly has no beginning and no end.
The divine significance of the Endless Knot is that it represents the connection between one's spiritual path, the movement of time, and the omnipresent Buddha self - or divine eternal consciousness. One can find several other spiritual significances of the knot, for a symbol representing interconnectedness lends itself to many interpretations. Some believe the knot is representative of the endless cycle of Samsara, or continuous succession of birth, death and rebirth. Others believe it signifies the desirable union between right wisdom and right practice, or wisdom and compassion.
The origin of the Endless Knot may have been initially derived from a simpler icon of two entwined snakes, further characterizing the knot as a symbol of duality. Buddhism often focuses heavily on this notion of duality, inspiring followers to embrace both sides of each situation, for if both sides are accepted, disciples will effortlessly let go of attachment and hatred, resulting in a closer path to Enlightenment. Similarly, the symbol also represents the exceptional and omniscient wisdom of the Buddha.
Though the knot appears complex and dense to the eye, the multitude of twists and turns in fact illustrate the theory of interconnection all over the world. If all beings were truly separate, life would be much more complex. It is through this interconnectedness throughout existence that makes life simpler, as each being has essentially the same desires and struggles in life. This ancient emblem reflects this paradox.
The Endless Knot symbol can be placed on gifts in order to create a favorable link between the giver and receiver of the gift. This symbol will simply act as a reminder of the underlying unification between two or more individuals. Also, by reminding one's self and others of the important philosophy of interconnectedness and spiritual consequence, both the giver and receiver can enjoy a small dose of good karma.
Surprisingly, the religious symbol of the Eternity Knot is said to symbolize the interdependence between religious and secular matters. However, it is more greatly utilized to conjure understanding regarding more mystical concepts such as the undeniable association between emptiness and dependence. The knot can also be viewed as a representation of perfect harmony. If all of existence works together in flawless cooperation, as the lines in the Endless Knot do, then a perfect reality truly exists. All events transpire just as they should, and each being is in his or her proper place in the universe. In yet another interpretation, some wear a talisman of the Endless Knot in an effort to attract a long life, because of its "endless" and everlasting quality.
In most cases, the Endless Knot simply sheds light upon the nature of duality, inspiring the viewer, wearer or recipient of the knot to ponder the connectivity between opposites. As The Dhammapada reads:
Conquer the angry man by love.
Conquer the ill-natured man by goodness.
Conquer the miser with generosity.
Conquer the liar with truth.
The Endless Knot is an indispensable character in the art and culture of Tibetan Buddhists. The knot can be found adorning everything from jewelry to rugs. It is imperative for Buddhists to remember the interconnectedness of all beings and events in space and time, while also considering the eternal energy, wisdom and compassion present in the universe. The Endless Knot serves to remind all penitent Buddhist devotees of these very beliefs.
Sylvia Smelcer is the owner of stores selling eternity knot pendants and other jewelry and the eight auspicious signs items, and enjoys writing articles about Buddhism.
Buddha—the Perennial
Buddha—the Perennial
India has the privilege to be home to many great religions, sects and cults. Buddhism has been the most international face of all the religions from India. In ancient times Buddhism found home in large parts of South and South East Asia. Buddhism evolved and appropriated the local cultural elements in all these lands. Chinese, Tibetans Japanese, Thais, Sri Lankan etc. evolved their own version of Buddhism. Even within India it acquired different strains of Buddhism. Thus from early times Buddhism subsumed local cultural flavour. All these factors affected the art and religious rendering of Buddha.
Before Greek invasion of India led by Alexander the Great, the artistic style that flourished was called the Mathura style. Greek influence brought the realism in rendering Buddha image and specially the Grecian rendering of the folds of chivar—the cloth length Buddha covered himself in. Later developments led to still more beautiful Sarnath Buddha. Thus the artists tried to convey not an image but certain bhavas—karuna, abhaya, wisdom etc. Buddha is depicted in yogic meditation Dhyani Buddha and is the most popular depiction of Him.. His eyes closed conveying a serenity and peace. It is this image that has been most popular particularly in West where a large number of people have turned to Buddhism as a way of life of peace and kindness.
- Studio Vasant Gallery hosts this Buddha exhibition in a large, spacious location of Hauz Khas village. The artist Prince Chand nicely continues to carry forward the heritage of rendering Buddha as per artistic dictates of the centuries old art.
Victor Vijay
Painter, Assemblage artist
About the Author
Viktor Vijay Kumar
Painter
Director and Curator (India Asia) European Artists Association Velbert Essen Germany
Fine arts—painting, assemblage art, autodidact.
Worked in ateliers with Late Prof. Klaus Neuper, Neurmberg; Georg Brandner Leoben Austria and Wolfgang Brenner Westphalia Germany
115 solo/group exhibitions of which 56 abroad including Germany, Austria, Finland, Slovakia, Hungary, Turkey, Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, Singapore Italy and U.S.A.
Is the Buddhist Wheel of Life (bhavachakra) something common to both Hinduism and Buddhism?
More specifically, did the Buddhist Wheel of Life originate in Hinduism, and it was later adopted by the Buddha?
Or did the Buddha developed the Wheel of Life and it was later accepted by Hinduism?
Also, do all Buddhist traditions (Mahayana, Theravada) use the Bhavachakra, or is it something limited to Tibetan Buddhism?
In Sanskrit Bhavam means birth,prosperity,LIFE and Lord (God) Siva(m).The verse is "Bhavam Bhavaani Sadatham Namaami"--Paali word is "Bhava"=(means) Life.--Hindu Religious Texts are in Sanskrit language and Buddhists Religious texts are in Paali language-both languages are closely related. The phrase Bhava Chakram=Life Cycle is used both in Sanaathana Dharmam(a.k.a.Hinduism) and Buddhism.In Hindu and Buddhist literature the word Bhavam is used to denote "Samsaaram"(the Cycle of Birth and re-birth.)--Acharya sri.SANKARA describes this as:-"Punarapi Jananam Punarapi Maranam,Punarapi Janani Jataray Sayanam-Iha Samsaaray,Bahudhusthaaray--- = "Again birth,Again death,Again entering the womb (as a fetus) of a would be mother"--.In the cycle of birth and re-birth both Buddhists and Hindus believe.In Hinduism Bhava Chakram is only a concept,whereas in Bhutan/Tibetean Buddhism it is a "Taantric Icon".The following passgae will explain this:-
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Bhava-cakra
From New World Encyclopedia
Samsāra
The Buddha incorporated many of the religious beliefs of the Brahminical Hinduism that dominated northern India into his own cosmology. One of the fundamental doctrines he kept is the notion of continual rebirth in samsāra until one has attained enlightenment (for Buddhists nirvana or bodhi, for Hindus moksha). Until one's consciousness is freed from this cycle, it wanders from life to life, driven by the karma of previous lifetimes. Far from being a blessing where one has a type of immortality, this cycle is portrayed as filled with suffering and dissatisfaction (dukkha). The harsh nature of life in this cycle is vividly depicted by the creature that holds the wheel in his mouth and claws: Yama, the Lord of Death, who rules over samsāra and calculates where the deceased are reborn based on their previous actions.
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In Hindu Astrology there is a phrase called "Bhaava Chakram".The principal ruling Diety(planet) of a Zodaic (for instance Saturn for Makaram-(roughly equivalent to Caprocorn) can be in (12X12)144 "combinations"(YOGAM) called "Bhaavas".Drawing all the 144 combinations is called "Bhaava Chakram" and its extensive analysis is known as "Bhaava Sputam".
Golden Buddha oversees worship at new monastery in Richmond
A new deity — a four-metre-tall golden Buddha — was unveiled Sunday at the opening of a monastery on Richmond’s Highway to heaven.
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