MAPEH 8 QUIZ

• rangoli- also known as rangovali in sanskirt art of india has existed in its culture since ancient times
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  point- regarded as the most comprehensive and minimal symbolic expression, this symbol is the point of origin and end
• line- this signifies development and growth
• swastika- derived from the two Sanskrit words, su meaning good and asati means to be exist
• footprint- this symbol is drawn at the entrance of the house including the arrival of the goddess, Lakshmi
• Naga(cobra)- it is said to hold power to bestow, fertility and heal sickness
• kurma(tortoise)-is often depicted in hexagonal shape
• cow- is regarded as the sacred animal in the Hindu religion
• kamal(padma or lotus)- is considered to be the most sacred flower its religious significance and symbolic meaning
• tulsi-is a plant integral to the Hindu way of life
• creeper pattern- signifies fertility, growth, and progress
• mandala -is a spiritual symbol in Asian art and it is a popular, meditative element for a variety of cultures, particularly in Hindu and Buddhist culture
• teaching mandala is considered symbolic where each shape, line, and color represents different philosophical or religious
• healing mandala are more instinctive than the teachings mandalas where they are made for sale
• sand mandala is a traditional and religious element
• rangoli, point, line, swastika, footprint, naga, kurma, cow, kamal, tulsi, mandala, teaching mandala, haling mandala, sand mandala
• symbolism in mandala
• 1. wheel with 8 spokes
• 2. bell
• 4. lotus flower
• 3. triangle
• 5. sun