The Buddha - Print

Story: I created Buddha when I was ill. In a fever dream the numbers 8 3 2 7 1 were revealed to me and I integrated them into this artwork. In Buddhism, the number 8 is significant because it represents the Eightfold Path, which is the path to enlightenment. The Eightfold Path consists of right understanding, intention, speech, action, livelihood, effort, mindfulness, and concentration. The number 3 is significant because it represents the Triple Gem, which consists of the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha. The Buddha represents the enlightened one, the Dharma represents the teachings, and the Sangha represents the community of practitioners. The number 2 is significant because it represents the Two Truths, which are the conventional truth and the ultimate truth. The conventional truth is the truth of everyday life, while the ultimate truth is the truth of enlightenment. The number 7 is significant because it represents the Seven Factors of Enlightenment, which are mindfulness, investigation, energy, joy, tranquility, concentration, and equanimity. Finally, the number 1 is significant because it represents the unity of all things. In Buddhism, there is no separation between self and other, and everything is interconnected. Namaste.

Medium: This artwork is an acid-free, archival print of an original washi tape artwork. Open edition. Hand-signed by Melody Maleitzke

5x7 prints available only with black mat

8x10 prints available with either black or white mat