Teacher
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Andy WeberThe artist Andy Weber spent seven years living and studying the iconographical art of Tibetan Buddhism under the guidance of accomplished masters in India and Nepal, and has over 35 years of experience in painting thangkas (= Tibetan scroll paintings). His artworks can be seen in Buddhist centres and temples throughout the world including the Potala Palace in Lhasa and his images have become well known and popular through numerous publications. Andy also teaches art courses, workshops, lectures and individual study programmes at various Dharma centers and universities all over the world and throughout the year.
Category
The Tibetan Art of Sacred Images
Course subject: Medicine Buddha (Tib.: Sangyae Menlha).
This course is based on a quick path to create an artwork based on the tradition of painting gold lines on a simple blue background.
It is great chance for students to learn this artistic process and contact themselves with the qualities and energy of the Medicine Buddha. Meditations and mantra sessions will enhance the process. The healthy food offered by Tushita and its environment will stimulate this process.
The Medicine Buddha or “great king with the radiance of a lapis jewel” is the embodiment of all the buddha’s healing qualities. The Buddha taught the four Medical tantras in the palace of Tanadukh and since then it formed the basis for all healing traditions in the Eastern medical traditions. His left hand holds a begging bowl filled with three medical fruits and nectar symbolizing his power to conquer diseases and delusions. His right hand holds the Myrobalane plant renowned as the ‘king of medicine’ because of its effectiveness in treating both mental and physical illnesses. Recitations of his mantra and of his name is said to bring release from suffering, protection from untimely death and from dangers.
Dates
On the first day, June 16, the arrival of the participants is expected from 6 p.m. The retreat begins after dinner. Departure is on the last day, June 23, after lunch
REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION
ACCOMMODATION
At Tushita we have three double rooms and three bedrooms for 4 to 6 people, two of which have bunk beds.
CONTRIBUTION
You will find the different options for participation in the activity as well as the contribution for each one in the activity reservation system.
REGISTRATION
Places are limited. It is advisable to register well in advance.
To formalize the registration, click on the “Registrations” button (below) or visit the Activity Booking System and select the activity or activities you want to sign up for. Registration is complete when payment is formalized.
