The Ven. Samten to Create Tibetan Mandala at Villanova University

The Venerable Lama Losang Samten will visit Villanova University Sept. 9 – 13, 2024, to create a sand mandala, a Tibetan Buddhist tool for meditation and contemplation. The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences presents the weeklong event in partnership with the M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing, which will host the installation in the Driscoll Hall Atrium. The Ven. Samten will create a Medicine Buddha mandala, a sacred design that represents the healing power of wisdom and compassion. The mandala is depicted in vibrant colors and has intricate designs that reflect the complexity of the universe and the interdependence of all life. The opening ceremony is set for Monday, Sept. 9, at 4 p.m., and on Friday, Sept. 13, at 10:30 a.m., the Ven. Samten will supervise the ceremonial destruction of the mandala. The Ven. Samten will work on the mandala from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day in the atrium of Driscoll Hall, with a break for lunch. The public and campus community are welcome to access the livestream and visit. Expert Villanova faculty have assembled interpretive materials and invited scholars to provide a multi-faceted glimpse into Tibetan Buddhism and culture.

Event Links

Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/2600925-0

Website: https://go.evvnt.com/2600925-2

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