Kalachakra Mandala painted Thangka
A Mandala is a visual representation of the abode of a deity or god. However, the appearance of the abode of a deity is said to depend on the mind of the one who is viewing it, so this depiction is merely how it would appear to human beings. With the aid of initiation from a lineage holder and correct practice, it is possible to actually enter into the mandala and it becomes a vehicle of enlightenment.
