The “Wheel of Life” was discussed in our October 26 class on Lesson 20 of Expounding the Absolute Truth through the Heart Sutra when we began considering the twelve links of conditioned origination. This is a revised article posted over five years ago about this original painting of it at the Holy Vajrasana Temple.
We have a wonderful painting of the Wheel of Life at the temple showing the six realms of existence along with the twelve links of dependent origination, and other basic teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha. CLICK for article on this early method of showing the six realms of samsara with a Buddha in each realm pointing to the way out. CLICK for detailed article on the symbolism of this early teaching tool. CLICK for more photos and news article on installation of the painting.
CLICK for related December 12, 2024 article that discusses who can hear the Buddha Dharma and related quote.
Originally posted June 30, 2020.
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