The presence of male deities further emphasizes their role in guiding souls along this wheel. Within its vibrant colors and meticulous details, we find gods, animals, men - all partaking in this eternal journey. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image, we are drawn to its clockwise rotation, symbolizing progress on the path towards enlightenment. This profound visual depiction serves as a reminder of the impermanence and interconnectedness of all living beings. It consists of six divisions, each representing one of the realms into which rebirth can occur. The Dharmachakra represents the cycle of rebirth and transmigration that beings go through according to Buddhist beliefs. The intricate paper artwork was created by the Tibetan School and is now housed in the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. This print showcases the Dharmachakra, also known as the Wheel of Transmigratory Existence, a significant symbol in Tibetan Buddhism. © Buddha Buddhism Buddhist Deities Gods Life After Death Reincarnation Tibet Clockwise XBP343135 Dharmachakra, Wheel of Transmigratory Existence (paper) by Tibetan School American Museum of Natural History, New York, USA (add.info.: six divisions are 6 realms into which rebirth occurs ) Photo eBoltin Picture Library Tibetan, out of copyright
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