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During a recent visit to the Kālī Mandir in Laguna Beach, I was treated to a pleasant surprise. I arrived quietly, just in time for the evening aarti (flame offering), with offerings of ripe mango and a fresh hibiscus flower. 🔱 I try to visit this temple whenever I’m in the area. It’s a lovely …
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England-based devotional artist Andy Weber spent eight years in India and Nepal studying the iconographic art of Tibetan Buddhism under the guidance of accomplished masters in northern India and Nepal. His unique style is highly respected not only by the growing number of western Buddhists but also by many Tibetan lamas who have commissioned his …
Himalayan Art Resources, one of the best online resources for Himalayan art (both Buddhist and Hindu) has just added a TON of new educational videos! FREE! Announcing over 150 videos have been added to the HAR website! The subjects cover art history, iconography, religious context, and answers to visitors’ questions. The video links are populated …
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Born and raised in Vancouver, Akhil Jobanputra started his journey in the Indian classical vocal form known as khayal at the age of three. Akhil is currently under the tutelage of Gurus (masters) Dr. Pandit Arun Dravid and Pandit Arijit Mahalanabis. He has also received guidance from Pandit Sanjeev Abhyankar. Akhil’s music is shaped by …