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The Bhavacakra, alsocalled the Wheel of Life, serves as a potent emblem in Buddhism, portraying theunending cycle of birth, life, death, and rebirth known as samsara. At its corelie the three poisons—ignorance, attachment, and aversion—which underlie humansuffering.
Emerging from thiscentral depiction is the realm of Bardo, a concept challenging to preciselydefine, symbolizing the transitional phase between life and death. Within thisrealm exist six states of existence, showcasing a range of experiences fromheavenly joys to the agonies found in realms like those of hungry ghosts andhell. The imagery vividly illustrates spirits being pulled downward by demons,representing succumbing to the three poisons and negative karma. Conversely,those striving to transcend these poisons ascend, symbolizing the struggleagainst negativity and the pursuit of spiritual elevation.
Together, the Wheel ofLife and the concept of Bardo offer a framework to comprehend the cyclic natureof existence and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment in Buddhism. They serveas compelling visual tools, providing insights into the intricacies of life'scycle and the journey toward spiritual growth and liberation.
| Dimensions | 26.4 inch Height X 21.7 inch Width |
| Material | PURE 24 CARAT GOLD,Acrylic Paint |
| Code | CAA575 |