. om
by Rik Hammond
A series of small drawings in graphite and ink, based on the syllable Aum (or Om).
Aum is the most sacred syllable in Hinduism. It symbolises the concept of the Godhead found in Hinduism - the infinite Brahman - and the entire universe. This syllable is sometimes called the 'Udgitha' or 'pranava mantra' (primordial mantra), because it is considered by Hindus to be the primal sound and because most mantras begin with it. Aum is also considered holy in Esoteric Buddhism.
Series in progress. 2007.
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