{"product_id":"hand-painted-tibetan-thangka-samatha-meditation-way-to-heaven-nirvana-buddhist-mind-training-art","title":"Hand Painted Tibetan Thangka – Samatha Meditation Way to Heaven \/ Nirvana – Buddhist Mind Training Art","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an exceptional-quality original Tibetan Thangka painting that depicts the Samatha Meditation Practice. The intricate devotional art uses the metaphor of taming an elephant to represent meditation, a critical practice in Tibetan Buddhism.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thangka painting illustrates the nine different stages of meditation that lead to the attainment of Samatha, which means “tranquility of the mind.” At the journey's beginning, the mind is symbolized by a black elephant, which gradually transforms into a white elephant as it becomes purified and free from Karma.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe monkey in the painting represents distraction, a common obstacle one experiences during meditation. The monk in the artwork relentlessly pursues the mind until they can tame it and ride the elephant. This process leads to the realization of emptiness, depicted by the monk ascending into the infinite sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, this Thangka painting is a beautiful and intricate representation of the Samatha Meditation Way to Heaven\/Nirvana. Its detailed depiction of the different stages of meditation and the symbolic representation of the mind, elephant, and monkey make it a valuable piece of art for those interested in Tibetan Buddhism and meditation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSize of Painting :14-inch x 19-inch ( 36 cm x 48 cm) \u003cbr\u003e\nSize with Silk Brocade: 32 x 44 inches ( 81 x 112 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Handmade Cotton Canvas\u003cbr\u003e\nColor: Stone Gold, Natural\u003cbr\u003e\nQuality: Master Quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n  \u003cp\u003eBefore making a purchase, please take note of the following important information:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Lighting and screen resolution may cause slight color variations.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Paintings are more captivating when viewed in person.\u003cbr\u003e\n- The size mentioned for the painting does not include the outer border.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Paintings will be securely packed in a PVC tube to ensure safety during transit.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Buyers are responsible for any additional fees at their destination, including import taxes and duties, which are not included in the purchase price.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tibetan Thangka Art","offers":[{"title":"Painting Only","offer_id":53226465296681,"sku":"SAMATHA1520","price":415.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Brocade","offer_id":53226465329449,"sku":"SAMATHA1520","price":415.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/1282\/8201\/files\/il_fullxfull.7865772238_o56s.jpg?v=1780500703","url":"https:\/\/www.tibetanthangkaart.com\/products\/hand-painted-tibetan-thangka-samatha-meditation-way-to-heaven-nirvana-buddhist-mind-training-art","provider":"Tibetan Thangka Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}