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From Mandala to Dotted Mandala

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Since I am so much passionate about "Mandalas"and  I have always loved the colourful mandalas painted in the temples,walls,textiles and sometimes inner ceilings,so in connection with that I thought it may be useful to write a little bit about mandalas. Since it's a traditional and old concept so we must go back to the history for a liitle bit.      History:   The word mandala is a 'sanskrit' term that means "circle" or " discoid object" which is a geometric design that holds a great deal of symbolism in Hindu and Buddhist culture.The belief is that by entering the mandala and proceeding towards its center,you are guided through the cosmic process of transforming the universe.As a whole it is an spritual symbol in Asian art and become a popular meditative element for a variety of different cultures.It is great tools for meditation and increasing self awareness.     Colouring of mandalas is a healing tool and is associated with reducing s