Art Lessons
 
Lesson Seven: Make a Mandala

Do Now:          Review your class notes pertaining to Buddhist beliefs (days 5 and 6). 
                         Write down a quick summary of the noble truths.

Aim:                  Create a Sand Mandala and experience the second and third noble truths.

                            Steps: 
                            Define Mandala* 
                           Review instructions one, two, three

                            Resource materials 
                            Design and create mandalas
                            CLEAN UP
                            Review

 
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  • HW:  Write a paragraph describing your experience creating the mandala.  Write a second paragraph exploring your reaction to the process of honoring and then dismantling of your creation.  What lessons can be drawn form this experience? 

    *A sanskrit word meaning "circle".  Mandalas are symbols of the Universe and its energy. 
     

     

     
    This site was created by Matthew Foglia and Ms. Ruscica of LGJ  High School (718) 402-8481 at the NEH Summer Institute "Cultures and Religions of the Himalayan Region," held at the College of the Holy Cross.