[[1]]Image Source: Wikimedia Commons. [Source: Painting in Laotian monastery. Description: This painting depict the god Mara, trying to disturb the Bodhisatta, just before he reached enlightenment. Mara knew Buddha was close, so he put all his efforts in trying to lure Buddha back to the world. Here is the episode when Mara drives an elephant towards Buddha. To defend Him, the Earth Mother (called the Water Mother in Thailand {Maeh Toranee}) wrung out her hair, covering the land with water and drowning the demons. However, Buddha was steadfast and regarded everything that happened within and around him as just more happenings in the world, arising and passing away according to causes and conditions, with no abiding self to be found.] Author: Fountain Posters. Date: May 2006. Licence: GNU Free Documentation License.[[1]]
It’s a a world of its own.
Hi Colleen,
Thanks for your comment. Yes it is and one with many lessons that can be shared. Happy WW to you. :D
What a beautiful artwork…
Hi Rika,
Thanks for your comment. Yes, it’s lovely isn’t it. Religious/temple artworks are often very beautiful and inspiring. The colours and style in this painting is quite traditional Lao I think, especially the ornate architectural detailing in the stupa/building. It’s a great message too. Best wishes! :)
Cool picture! I’m always searching for enlightenment…
Hi Jem,
Thanks for your comment. I’m a big fan of religious and myth art and this one has a lovely story to it. Yes, a hungry and inquisitive mind is a good healthy thing I think. Best wishes. :)