Prajna Paramita

Prajna Paramita

Prajna Paramita is known as the Buddhist goddess of compassion and wisdom.  This photo was taken at the Spirit Rock Meditation Centre in California. 

The Heart of Quan Yin

The Heart of Quan Yin

This image is of a beautiful painted wooden carving of Quan Yin handmade in Bali, Indonesia.

Prajna Paramita's Blessing

Prajna Paramita's Blessing

This beautiful statue of Prajna Paramita (the goddess of wisdom and compassion) stands behind the meditation hall at Spirit Rock Meditation Centre, near Woodacre, California.

The Guardian

The Guardian

This impressive Buddha statue stands 60ft tall at Wat Phu That temple in Oudamxai, northern Laos. When I saw this statue silhouetted against the hills, it emanated a sense of protection.

Amitabha Stupa and Chimney Rock

Amitabha Stupa and Chimney Rock

It was an exquisite morning at Amitabha Stupa with the brightly coloured prayer flags flying in the wind against the deep blue sky. This stupa is located in Sedona's Peace Park. Chimney Rock stands tall in the background.  

Offering

Offering

While visiting Bantaey Srai temple, one of the Angkor Wat temples, I saw this beautiful offering held in the intricately carved doorways leading to the heart of the temple. 

Sacred Union

Sacred Union

This image was taken in Ta Prohm, one of the temples in the Angkor Wat complex, located near Siem Reap in Cambodia. As so beautifully seen here, these ancient temples are completely entwined with nature.

The Waking Angel

The Waking Angel

This  beautiful stone sculpture of the "waking angel" lives in our front garden. Her healing presence is strongly felt by many people who are drawn to spend a little time with her.