Buddhist Art

Way To Heaven (The Nine Stages of Shamatha)

This painting represents the Nine Stages of Shamatha meditation, showing the mind’s journey from distraction to deep concentration. The monkey symbolizes restless thoughts, the elephant represents the untamed mind, and the rabbit signifies subtle dullness. As meditation deepens, these distractions gradually disappear, leading to perfect stillness and clarity. The final stage reflects pure awareness and enlightenment, with intricate patterns symbolizing the disciplined path to inner peace.

Size: 112 cm (width) 173 cm (height)

Natural earth pigments on cotton canvas

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