Glossary of Buddhist Art

Glossary

Buddha Bodhisattva Arhat Bodhisattva Wei Tuo Vajra Guardians

Mudra

Abhaya Mudra Bhumisparsa Mudra Dhyana Mudra Dharmachakra Mudra Varada Mudra

Sitting Posture

Lotus Posture Half Lotus Posture Lalitasana Posture Contemplation Posture Posture of Maitreya Cross-Ankled Posture Posture of Royal Ease

Robe

Robe Exposing the Right Shoulder Robe Covering Both Shoulders Robe with Low-Hanging Collar
Robe Exposing the Right Shoulder
A robe thrown diagonally across the left shoulder leaving the right shoulder bare. Worn by monks in this manner to show respect while paying homage to a Buddha or greeting other Buddhist monks.

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